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SAIC · 2 hours ago

LAN/WAN Network Engineer

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$160K/yr - $200K/yr

12+ years exp

SAIC is seeking a skilled LAN/WAN Network Engineer to support the Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Technology program. The role involves evaluating, designing, and maintaining network systems to ensure robust security and performance for the Department's interconnected systems.

Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Evaluate, design, document, install, implement, test, and troubleshoot a wide range of network components and systems

Monitor, tune, and maintain network performance; set standards and ensure compliance across network infrastructure

Provide client consulting and training on network systems, architectures, and best practices

Plan, research, evaluate, and recommend new network and storage technologies

Utilize monitoring and performance analysis tools to identify, isolate, and resolve network issues

Develop solutions to operational challenges within the constraints of existing equipment and infrastructure

Create and execute contingency plans for network hardware failures, including both isolated incidents and major outages

Offer internal consulting, technical guidance, and support to application developers, IT operations, workstation support teams, management, and departmental clients

Qualification

Cisco NexusCisco CatalystNetwork EngineeringITIL FoundationNetwork+ CertificationCisco CCNACisco CCNPCabling StandardsRoot Cause AnalysisRisk MitigationInterpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline and at least 14 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree and at least 12 years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Minimum of 8 years of IT network engineering support experience (including Tier II/Tier III support, network infrastructure implementation, and maintenance)

Expert-level experience with one or more of the following Cisco Nexus, Cisco Catalyst routing and switching, DoD Network Standards (STIGs)

Experience supporting government customers in secure environments, with familiarity in NIPRNET and SIPRNET operating standards and guidelines

Demonstrated experience developing and conducting quality assurance reviews of engineering change orders for perimeter security hardware and software

Proficiency in root cause analysis, risk identification, and risk mitigation

Expert knowledge of cabling standards, including fiber optic and copper cable termination

Experience with network monitoring tools such as HP OpenView, STORM, AWS, NeuralStar, or similar platforms

US Citizenship

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Preferred

ITIL® Foundation certification

Professional certifications such as Network+, Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, or BICSI

Familiarity with the Department of State environment, including data and voice networks, IT security systems, policies, and procedures; knowledge of Foreign Affairs Handbooks (FAHs) and Foreign Affairs Manuals (FAMs)

Strong interpersonal skills, including effective collaboration, self-awareness, and excellent written and verbal communication abilities