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AT&T · 1 month ago

Tier III Network Upgrade Engineer - Senior (Government)

McLean, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$79K/yr - $174K/yr

10+ years exp

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. The Network Upgrade Engineer will assess current network infrastructure, coordinate patch deployments, and ensure compliance with security policies while supporting the National Security Team's mission.

CollaborationCommunications InfrastructureMobileService IndustryTelecommunicationsWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assess current network infrastructure and identify areas needing upgrades

Coordinate with worldwide partners to plan and schedule patch deployments, minimizing disruptions to operations

Collaborate with security teams to prioritize patching efforts based on the severity and impact of vulnerabilities

Perform firmware and software updates on existing network devices

Utilize automated patch management tools to streamline the patching process

Monitor the network post-upgrade to ensure stability and performance

Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during and after the upgrade process

Conduct thorough testing to ensure network performance, reliability, and security

Maintain comprehensive documentation of all patch management activities, including patch status, deployment schedules, and testing results

Communicate upgrade plans and progress to stakeholders

Ensure all network upgrades adhere to security policies and standards

Continuously evaluate and improve patch management processes and tools

Stay updated with the latest developments in patch management technology and best practices

Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements related to patch management

Assess the risks associated with delaying or not applying certain patches

Work closely with other incident response teams to ensure rapid remediation of vulnerabilities

Qualification

Network protocolsNetwork patch management toolsNetwork operating systemsVulnerability assessment toolsNetwork security experienceScripting languagesCertifications CCNACertifications CISSPCommunication skillsAttention to detailProject management

Required

Strong understanding of network protocols, devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls), and network architectures

Proficiency with network patch management tools and systems, such as Cisco NSO, SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager, or similar solutions

Knowledge of various network operating systems, such as Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos, and others

Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and network security tools

Experience in network administration, network security, or a similar role, with a focus on patch management

Experience in conducting vulnerability assessments and risk analysis for network devices

Experience in responding to network security incidents and applying emergency patches

Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of patch deployments

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate with various IT teams and stakeholders

High attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation and reporting of network patch management activities

Candidate must have a total of 10 years of applicable experience. The experience can be a combination of degree and work history. This can be a High School degree and 10 years of work history OR an Associate's and 8 years, a Bachelors' and 6 years, a Masters and 4 years of work history

Required Clearance: TSSCI with poly (#tssci) (#polygraph)

Preferred

ServiceNow, Splunk, Tableau, Power Bi and other data visualization tools experience

Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate patch deployment processes for network devices

Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA Network+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar credentials