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The MIL Corporation · 16 hours ago

Network Engineer (Network Engineering, Senior Associate)

Lexington Park, MD

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$185K/yr - $230K/yr

15+ years exp

The MIL Corporation is seeking a Network Engineer (Network Engineering, Senior Associate) to support a Federal Government client in Patuxent River, MD. The Network Engineer will provide direct support to the government customer while coordinating with multiple support organizations, applying advanced systems engineering and networking principles to design, develop, integrate, secure, and sustain networks.

Financial ServicesInformation ServicesInformation Technology

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Review detailed network designs and configurations to ensure architectural alignment and identify opportunities to optimize performance and reliability

Create, update, and maintain system baseline documentation including block diagrams, Simple Network Diagrams (SND), Detailed Network Diagrams (DND), and router/switch configuration templates

Implement Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and security controls to harden network and operating systems; support development of IATT and ATO documentation for lab environments

Provide expert network integration support for site installations

Deliver Tier-3 engineering, troubleshooting, and recovery support to restore and maintain mission network performance

Contribute to routine meetings, status updates, site reviews, and technical documentation including procedures, trip reports, and network analysis reports

Conduct research, testing, and network analysis leveraging tools such as Wireshark and other methods to evaluate emerging technologies

Collaborate closely with partner organizations and internal IT stakeholders on infrastructure initiatives

Support customer briefings and design reviews; operate effectively in an independent, multi-tasking environment

Plan and implement future IT development initiatives and execute assigned project responsibilities

Qualification

Network infrastructure managementLAN/WAN administrationNetwork security expertiseCisco technologies proficiencyDoD 8140 CSWF certificationCisco CCNP CertificationProject Management ProfessionalIPSEC VPN technologiesLinux environments familiarityTechnical documentation skillsVerbal communication skillsWritten communication skills

Required

Top Secret SCI clearance

BA/BS or HS/GED and equivalent work experience

US Citizenship

Minimum of 15 years of experience configuring, installing, supporting, and maintaining network infrastructure including switches, routers, and firewalls; monitoring network performance; diagnosing complex network issues; conducting preventative maintenance; and ensuring security compliance

Minimum of 5 years of experience in LAN/WAN system administration, network security, systems maintenance, performance monitoring, requirements analysis, resource scheduling, configuration management, and documentation management; includes significant Layer 1 and strong Layer 2 switching expertise

Demonstrated experience operating in TS/SCI airborne and terrestrial tactical and enterprise networks

Demonstrated experience operating in SECRET/COLL airborne and terrestrial tactical and enterprise networks

Deep understanding of MULTI-INT system interfaces and the ability to serve as a lead integrator in rapid prototyping and technology evaluation environments

Expert knowledge of airborne SIGINT system operations and interdependencies to support Tier-3 mission environments

Expert understanding of advanced national and airborne dissemination concepts and methods supporting tactical and national consumers

Strong knowledge of the national intelligence community, Joint Commands, DoW organizational structures, mission functions, and operational relationships

Strong understanding of Distributed SIGINT Operations (DSO) in airborne environments

Demonstrated proficiency with Cisco-based routing, switching, and firewall technologies

DoD 8140 CSWF certification within 60 days of start (Cloud+ or Security+)

Ability to develop high-quality Standard Operating Procedures and technical documentation including network diagrams

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Flexibility to support occasional weekend work as required