1010 - Tier II Network Engineer

Sigma Defense Systems LLC; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance with HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans

401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions

160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)

12 (Floating) Holidays

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Fayetteville is seeking a Tier II Network Engineer to deliver critical 24/7 support for the Special Operations Command ISR Transport Enterprise. You'll troubleshoot various network issues and collaborate closely with NOC Engineers. Candidates must have robust network experience and a CCNA certification. Pay ranges from $80,000 to $95,000 annually, with excellent benefits including healthcare, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network problem evaluation and maintenance.
• CCNA certification required for network engineering tasks.
• Ability to obtain active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 support for SOCOM ISR Transport Enterprise.
• Troubleshoot interface between SOCOM users and transport system.
• Provide technical support at forward positions.

Skills

Network problem evaluation

Remote management (BGP, OSPF)

Log analysis and root-cause isolation

CompTIA Security+ Certification

Tools

Cisco virtual and physical network

PowerShell

VMware vSphere Networking

SQL server

Job description

Sigma Defense Systems LLC provided pay range

This range is provided by Sigma Defense Systems LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Sigma Defense is currently seeking a Tier II Network Engineer to join our team at Pope Army Air Field, NC. The hired candidate will deliver round-the-clock support for the Special Operations Command (SOCOM) ISR Transport Enterprise. The engineer will collaborate with NOC Engineers and controllers, offering technical assistance and updates as needed. Additionally, the individual will be responsible for delivering both technical and operational support to users at forward positions and at the hubs situated at the ISR injection sites.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in evaluating network problems, outages, and operational deterioration, along with performing the majority of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks for hubs and terminals
• Network engineer with CCNA certification, possessing remote management experience with BGP and OSPF protocols, multicast traffic, network monitoring, and encryption device management
• Ability to conduct in-depth log analysis and root-cause isolation
• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Computer Programs/Software

• Cisco virtual and physical network
• SQL server
• PowerShell
• VMware vSphere Networking
• VLAN
• Port Groups
• Virtual Switches
• Virtualization
• Hyper converged systems

Personnel Clearance Level

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive)

• Provide 24/7 support for the Special Operations Command (SOCOM) ISR Transport Enterprise
• Troubleshooting interface between the SOCOM user community and the transport system OEM components and configuration providers
• Interface with NOC Engineers and controllers, including providing technical assistance and updates
• Responsible for providing technical and operational support to the users forward and the hubs located at the ISR inject sites
• Provide situation reports, status updates, and assistance with any system upgrades requiring aircraft and ground transport coordination
• The contractor will work closely with government and OEM program managers to include SOCOM and other site engineers as required
• Provide expertise in Full Motion Imagery and black/red terrestrial communications networks
• Directly support the development and testing of network configurations, system-monitoring, remote terminal commissioning, routine preventive maintenance, customer and OEM problem tracking, and network problem resolution in all aspects of networking about the client's Baseband, IF, and RF communications
• Coordinate with SOCOM/J63 to ensure support requirements outlined in this SOW and additional tasking related to data transport requirements are prioritized by SOCOM/J63
• Responsible for the provisioning and commissioning of new aircraft terminal into the architecture
• Conduct and facilitate higher-level troubleshooting activities as required
• Establish and document procedures as required
• Assist on an as-needed basis with directed/required upgrades and Information Assurance (IA) hardening within the requisite skillset

Salary Range

$80,000 - $95,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education