General Dynamics Information Technology · 11 hours ago
Network Engineer Senior – TS/SCI required
Fort Lewis, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$94K/yr - $126K/yr
10+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. As a Network Engineer Senior, you will be responsible for leading and designing networking solutions, deploying innovative technologies, and mentoring team members to ensure mission success.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingCyber SecurityConsultingInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Installation, configuration, and support of an organization’s local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Agency Internet Network (AIN), Intranet, and Internet, as well as other data communication systems or specific segments of a network system
Maintaining network hardware and software for consistent and optimized performance
Monitoring networks to ensure availability for all system users and performing necessary maintenance to maximize uptime
Coordinating and implementing network security measures while leading and mentoring junior and mid-level network engineers
Overseeing the network control center and providing support to ongoing network-related projects
Managing the full spectrum of complex network designs that encompass multiple technologies within a single network
Evaluating new network technologies and making recommendations to project managers regarding their integration
Planning network configurations for optimal performance and integration, taking into account system performance characteristics and network interface specifications
Ensuring adequate planning for hardware and communications facilities to support analysis, installation, and support of voice, video, and data communication systems
Translating business requirements into telecommunications designs that include LAN, MAN, WAN, voice, and video solutions
Designing and integrating new technologies into local and wide area networks, guiding users in formulating requirements, and leading feasibility studies
Incorporating and transitioning new network designs, developing architecture and design documentation, and providing advanced troubleshooting of complex network issues
Interacting with government stakeholders to address technical considerations and provide recommendations to resolve network-related problems
Overseeing the technical integrity of deliverables associated with network engineering while communicating effectively with program personnel, government representatives, and senior executives
Qualification
Required
Top Secret/SCI clearance required
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph clearance must be able to obtain
10 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required
Data Communication, Network Systems, Telecommunications skills
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience: +12 years of related experience (may substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education)
Proven ability to mitigate risks, control costs, and manage large-scale, integrated projects effectively
Reviewing and approving network engineering documentation to ensure processes and specifications meet user and network needs
Coordinating network integration activities among multiple teams to ensure full coverage of all interfaces, while capturing designs in a standard interface control format
Experience analyzing user requirements, high-level system architectures, and network performance indicators to develop appropriate network specifications
DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II/8140 Computing Environment (CE) Certification required prior to support on contract
IAT II 8570/8140 Baseline Certification: Security+ or equivalent
Required Computing Environment Certification: Minimum of CCNA at start, with CCNP to be obtained within 180 days of start date (preference for candidates with CCNP on Day 1)
On-site support at the customer location
Willingness to attain a CI Polygraph for specific positions as determined by the contract
Position may require lifting of objects (i.e. IT Hardware), reaching/bending/kneeling (i.e. plug in cables) and other moderately strenuous activity
Travel may be required to support mission goals
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Preference for candidates with CCNP on Day 1
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
A vision plan
A variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul Nedzbala
Senior Vice President
Ben Buckley
Vice President and General Manager
Recent News
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