Abacus Technology Corporation · 2 weeks ago
Network Solutions Architect
Abacus Technology Corporation is seeking a Network Solutions Architect to provide technical infrastructure support for the Air Force Intranet Control (AFINC) III Support program. This role involves analyzing network traffic, optimizing communications networks, and supporting IT security systems.
Information TechnologySoftwareTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Analyze and simulate network traffic to aide in problem resolution or to test updated configurations in virtual or physical lab environments
Optimize, oversee, and support enterprise communications networks including overlaying security technologies
Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics, reports, and recommended fix actions
Support network and security controls design review implementation and troubleshooting of IT security systems including hardware software and appliances
Evaluate Cloud offerings and provides recommendations to leadership for improved mission effectiveness, cost effectiveness, and operational efficiencies
Monitor system utilization and circuit bandwidth and report anomalies to Government team leads
Develop, execute, modify or remove scripts to assist in automation of tasks, as possible
Review and document all workload activities per incident or change request to eliminate re‐work or for auditing/investigation purposes
Qualification
Required
7+ years experience in network engineering and administration
HS diploma or GED
Must be Security+ CE certified
Must be CCNA or CCNP certified
Extensive experience designing, installing, configuring, troubleshooting, upgrading, patching, and hardening routers/switches, serial consoles, load balancers, and switches
Deep level of understanding/experience with enterprise level network architectures/configurations
Able to assess infrastructure, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions
Experience with network monitoring and management using an automated solution
Extensive experience with security as it pertains to network architecture, desktops, laptops, servers, firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems (IDS)
Solid customer service and communication skills are critical as well as the ability and willingness to communicate effectively and appropriately in an empathetic and understanding manner
Must be a US Citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI)
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Preferred
CCIE certification desired
Knowledge of Software Defined Networking (SDN) is desired
Company
Abacus Technology Corporation
Abacus Technology Corporation delivers leading edge, high quality assistance in response to complex technology challenges.