AIS/Network Engineer

MAG Aerospace; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MAG Aerospace is seeking a Mid Level IT professional to develop and maintain networks, monitor performance, optimize server capacity, and secure networks and data. The role includes repairing network issues at client locations and upgrading networks, with responsibility for daily information systems operations and administration of assigned networks.

A current Top Secret clearance is required, with a Counterintelligence polygraph within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of AIS/Network engineering experience.
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI upgrade.
• US citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day infrastructure maintenance for NCWDG AIS systems.
• Troubleshoot network, system, and software failures reported by users.
• Provide training and support for AIS personnel on network configuration and procedures.
• Draft and maintain system drawings reflecting the Command's classified networks.
• Support PMO R&D programs involving information systems requirements.
• Provide system engineering support for AIS systems for the Command.
• Assess user needs and design solutions for ATS functions.

Skills

AIS/Network engineer

Network troubleshooting

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT

Tools

Windows Server

LDAP

AD

DNS

DHCP

SCOM

IPS/MARS

MS Backup Exec

Windows 10

ACAS

SolarWinds

VMware ESXi

SharePoint 2013

Job description

Position Summary

At MAG, we provide and enable real-time situational awareness to help our customers make the world smaller and safer. We are laser focused on serving our customers by providing technical expertise, operational excellence, and flawless execution. Relentlessly driven by our dedication to service and performance, we have become the leading independent provider of manned/unmanned full-spectrum outsourced ISR services in the world. Our success is due entirely to the high caliber of employees we recruit, hire, and retain. At MAG, we look for individuals who thrive in a high-performance environment where challenges are the norm and success are expected.

MAG Aerospace is seeking a resourceful Mid Level ITprofessional to develop and maintain networks. They will monitor network performance, optimize server capacity, and secure networks and data. They also repair network errors at client locations and perform network upgrades. They will provide support for daily Information Systems operation, maintenance and administration of assigned networks.

Requires a current Top Secret security clearance. A CI Polygraph will be required within 6 months.

Must be a US Citizen

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Provide day-to-day infrastructure maintenance for NCWDG AIS systems,
• Provide system engineering services to troubleshoot/correct network, system and software failures as reported by network users of the Command networks,
• Provide training and support for AlS personnel on network configuration, troubleshooting, operational procedures and use of software packages on the Command systems and networks,
• Draft and maintain up-to-date system drawings to accurately reflect the configuration of the Command's classified computer networks,
• Provide communications network support to on-going PMO sponsored research and development programs involving information systems mission requirements
• Provide general system engineering support of AIS systems for the Command
• Summarize, evaluate, and meet user needs and expectations for ATS functions,
• Identify system data, hardware. or software components required to meet user needs,
• Create an IS disaster recovery plan,
• Provide software and hardware architectural analysis
• Provide testing & evaluation support for network systems,
• Maintain and troubleshoot video teleconference establishment over secure networks
• Assist with designing and fielding special purpose systems for critical missions, and provide recommendations for hardware and software procurement.
• Maintain the Command's computer network operations.
• Ensure that all servers, switches, routers, crypto, fiber connections, attached leased circuits and distant end hardware are all fully operational,
• Manage user accounts.
• Ensure accounts which include individual's profiles are accurate and up to date.
• Archive accounts as personnel detach from the Command, Configure and maintain, routers, and switches, using system management products
• Create disk images for OS deployment to new computers-and remotely preload computers with standard software configurations,
• Draft technical documents discussing new technologies and how they could impact existing networks,
• Provide developmental system evaluations and recommendations to optimize AIS R&D efforts,
• Assess product integration and provide interaction recommendations to optimize AIS R&D efforts,
• Perform and complete system and product development and integration as directed

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 - 8 years applied work experience as a AIS/Network engineer
• Possess general knowledge and understanding of the following operating systems and/or applications:
• Windows Server 2008/2012 Mail (Exchange server 2010) or newer
• Directory Service (LDAP and AD) DNS
• DHCP TCP/IP routing
• Servver Monitoring (SCOM)
• IPS/MARS
• MS Backup exec
• Windows 10
• ACAS
• SOlar Winds
• RHEL 5 or newer
• VMWare ESXI
• Sharepoint 2013 or newer

Education:

• Bachelors degree in IT related field or have 3 years of additional applied work experience

Clearance:

• Active TOP SECRET clearance
• Possess eligibility for access to be upgraded to a TS/SCI in the NEAR future upon hire - (ALL HIRES WILL MAINTAIN AN SCI - MAG Will Upgrade your TS to TS/SCI - IF YOU POSSES THE BACKGROUND TO BE UPGRADED)
• Be able to successfully pass a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph examination in the future
• Possess an investigation that is current within 6 years
• Personnel who are enrolled in CE will also be eligible

Other Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must hold the following certifications in current status:
• DODD8140.01
• Security +
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practioner or CISSP
• #LI-VF1

Special Note

The position is contingent upon candidate's ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Benefits and Compen