Network Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, develops, tests, integrates and deploys solutions for critical requirements.  
• The current solution is at the end of life stage, therefore new solutions need to be developed and incorporated; new and innovative technologies utilized to successfully meet the user requirements.  
• Design and deliver an enterprise-level system with a modular, segmented architecture that can support both large scale and small scale solutions in order to meet the requirements across a broad range of applicable use cases.  
• The Sponsor requires Information Technology (IT) activities to achieve the goal of designing, developing, testing, integrating and deploying the solutions.  
• Design a multi-tenant network architecture with network segmentation that adhere to the Sponsor’s information technology security standards, design networks that enable internet access with managed Point of Presence (PoP), and design modular and highly configurable networks to take advantage of novel technological solutions.  
• Build, configure, and maintain network solutions with both a defensive and offensive cyber security mindset; incorporate cloud base technology such as AWS, Microsoft, IBM, Oracle and Google to distribute points of presence using distributed systems principles; and develop and implement strategies of systems, sub systems, and associated network components with a vision for meeting today’s requirements while maintaining future proofing through modular design.  
• Design backup procedures, troubleshoot problems, provide resolution, and ensure that system development follows guidelines and industry best practices, prepare and deliver program and user level documentation, communicate and share expertise within and across the Sponsor’s organizational boundaries, and work both independently and in small groups. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• • Active TS/SCI + Poly clearance 
  • Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience. Work experience can be used/combined with education 
  • Experience in advanced network architecture and design concepts that translate directly to ability to modify network architectures to meet Sponsor’s network requirements. 
  • Experience independently designing and implementing medium to large-sized network architecture. 
  • Experience with networking concepts and protocols: LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, UDP, GRE, IPSec, VPN,  Routing, and Software and Hardware Firewalls. 
  • Experience communicating the design and implementation of networks including relevant strengths and weaknesses and reasons for implementation decisions. 
  • Experience with Linux operating systems such as Ubuntu and Debian. 
  • Experience solving technical problems. 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical requirements and provide innovative solutions. 
  • Ability to adapt to changing business requirements and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence and guide teams towards achieving project goals and deliverables. 
  • Highly motivated, self-learner, and technically inquisitive. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Conduct root cause problem analysis and develop technical solutions to problems. 
  • Guide & Support Junior level personnel. 
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification 

We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our team supporting our NGA customer in Springfield, VA. 

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. 

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location:  WASHINGTON METRO AREA (WMA)     
• Type of environment: Office  
• Noise level: Low  
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.  
• Amount of Travel: 30% within WMA 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship 

Clearance requirement: TS/SCI CI Poly 

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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