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Railhead is Seeking a qualified Team Lead, Network Engineer to join our Defense Enclave Services (DES) team in Fort Meade, MD.
Position: Network Engineer
Location: Fort Meade, MD
Position Type: Full-Time
Travel: Hybrid
Clearance: Secret Clearance
Summary:
Establishes Network information requirements using analysis of the Network engineer(s) in the development of enterprise-wide or large-scale networking infrastructure (CAN, MAN, WAN). Designs architecture to include the software, hardware and communications to support the total requirements as well as provide for present and future cross-functional requirements and interfaces. Ensures these Network systems are compatible and in compliance with the standards for open systems architectures, the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) and International Standards Organization (ISO) reference models and profiles of standards - such as Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Open Systems Environment (OSE) reference model - as they apply to the implementation and specification of Information Management (IM) solution of the network layers, across the application program interface (API) and the external environment/software application. Ensures that the network/transport layers of the common operating environment are compliant. Evaluates analytically and systematically problems of work flows and network usage, organization and planning and develops appropriate corrective action. Provides daily supervision and direction to staff.
Responsibilities:
Designing, maintaining, and operating Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs), Wireless, Internet connectivity, and Network Security
Maintain existing network equipment, installing new equipment in plant environments.
Optimize end-to-end system performance and dataflow management.
Conduct data captures to obtain network performance information.
Minimize network latency and maximize data throughput through design analysis and network performance monitoring tools.
Provide input to the design of the organization's network and mission architecture.
Design solutions, integrate, configure, deploy, test and provide ongoing maintenance for numerous types of network devices, interfaces and methodologies.
Configure and optimize the network to connect various front-end and back-end components.
Gather needed data to specify system/component performance and interface requirements.
Implement specific network solutions to support server requirements to include load-balancing, VPN’s, firewall contexts, Traffic Shaping Voice over IP (VoIP), GRE Tunneling, IP Security (IPSec), IP Encryption,
Media over IP (MoIP), and network address translation (NAT) where appropriate.
Must have flexible working hours to be available to support team when needed to include: occasional on call support (typically one week at a time every two months) or additional hours based on mission need.
Basic Qualifications:
Knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS)
Knowledge of TCP/IP, ACL, NAT, Policy Based Routing, SDWAN, QoS, high availability, VoIP, Wireless, DHCP, DNS
Excellent network hardware troubleshooting experience
A Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of network engineering experience; additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
Excellent analytical capabilities including creative problem solving and root cause analysis.
Committed to documentation and organization efforts.
Capable of multitasking while working in a constantly shifting environment with many moving pieces.
Must have a DoD IAT level II baseline certification, prior to start (Sec+).
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of proper procedures, techniques, tools and equipment used to install, maintain and repair wireless communications systems and subsystems. Knowledge of electronic and wireless theory including digital, analog, and circuitry.
Proficiency with Cisco IOS or other IP/transport network protocols and general practices. Expertise in IP technologies, i.e. Networking architectures and methodologies and Voice Services.
Expert Knowledge of IP principles.
Proficiency in at least two or more of the following devices: Cisco routers, Palo Alto Firewalls, Cisco switches, KG175.
Proficiency in at least one of the following tools: Science Logic, Catalyst Center, Ansible tower.
CCNP Enterprise certification preferred
Experience interpreting, implementing, and assessing DISA STIGs
Implementing network security controls like firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and intrusion detection systems (IDS).
Configuring routers, switches, and other network devices with security best practices.
Implementing and managing security patches and updates.
Configuring and managing firewalls, VPNs, and other security appliances.
Tuning security devices for optimal performance and security.
If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume at aamir.shigan@iquasar.com with the information requested below. Also, please let me know what time/number is best to call to discuss this great opportunity. In case you are not interested in this position, or this is not a right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends/networks or anyone you know who may be interested in this position. Thank you!
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Please do not hesitate to contact me with any question (s) you may have. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Regards, Aamir Shigan Recruitment Specialist iQuasar LLC aamir.shigan@iquasar.com Direct: 703-635-7442 Office: 703-962-6001 Ext: 567 www.iQuasar.com
iQuasar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.