Computer/Network Engineer-306304

Delaware Nation Industries; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental premiums

401K matching

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

Professional Development/Education Re‑

Parking and Transit Benefits

Job summary

Delaware Nation Industries seeks a highly skilled security-focused professional to evaluate technologies and test vulnerabilities across software and hardware systems. The role involves planning policy for cutting-edge equipment and implementing in State Department resources.

The position requires lab-based network design, vulnerability testing, and detailed documentation for senior managers, plus the ability to troubleshoot complex issues under tight deadlines and pursue emergent tech

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Interim Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a final TOP SECRET clearance and SCI access.
• Eligible for and able to obtain and maintain required Security Clearance/access approvals.
• Five years of experience and a master’s degree in CS/engineering, or ten years with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Experience configuring, designing, and maintaining Windows servers; testing PC/network software components in a lab.
• Proficiency programming software and CLI; setting up patch and backup management solutions.
• Fluent in VMware, C, C++, Objective C, Java; experience with networks, protocols, and scripting.
• Knowledge of Android/iOS/Blackberry OS; system architecture and device management.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates new technologies and security vulnerabilities for potential use in State Department resources.
• Assists in planning policies for state-of-the-art equipment and implementations.
• Tests software and hardware vulnerabilities for networks.
• Works with a lab-focused LAN; designs and deploys network and video wiring infrastructure.
• Analyzes computer and network architectures to optimize performance, security, and testing.
• Documents testing procedures, results, and recommendations for senior managers.
• Troubleshoots a range of hardware and software issues under tight deadlines.
• Researches, tests, reviews, and reports on emergent technologies.

Skills

VMWare

C

C++

Java

Networking

Security

Windows Servers

Android/iOS/Blackberry OS

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent work experience (10+ years)

Tools

Patch management software

Backup management solutions

Active Directory

LDAP

TCP/IP

Wi‑Fi

Bluetooth

Job description

• Evaluates new technologies and possible security vulnerabilities associated with them.
• Assist in the planning of policies and guidelines involving state-of-the-art equipment and their possible implementation in State Department resources.
• Responsible for testing the vulnerabilities associated with the software applications and hardware for networks.
• Works with a laboratory focused local area network. Designs and deploys network and video infrastructure cabling.
• Must be able to analyze computer and network architectures to optimize network performance, security, and laboratory testing functionality.
• Must have excellent oral and writing communication skills in order to document for senior Department of State managers the testing procedures, results, and recommendations for implementing tested technologies securely.
• Must be able to troubleshoot a variety of hardware and software issues in a timely manner while under tight time and resource constraints.
• Must be able to research, test, review, and report on emergent technologies.

• Must have a current Interim Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government final TOP SECRET Personnel Security Clearance and be able to qualify for SCI access.

• Must be eligible for and able to obtain and maintain required Security Clearance/access approvals.
• Must have five years of experience and a master's degree in computer science or engineering, or at least ten years of equivalent work experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Must have experience in the following: configuring, designing, and maintaining Windows servers; designing, configuring, and testing personal computer and network software components in a laboratory environment; programming software and command line interfaces; and setting up patch management software and backup management solutions.
• Must be fluent in VMWare, C, C++, Objective C, Java, communication protocol implementation, Wi‑Fi, RFID, Bluetooth, TCP-IP, VoIP, and Linux/Windows/OSX scripting.
• Must have experience with commercial and government best practices in securing computers, networks, and mobile devices. Must know how to use all major MS Windows applications.
• Must have detailed understanding and experience in Android/iOS/Blackberry operating systems.
• Must understand system architecture, application design, and device management and deployment.
• Must have knowledge of active directory application mode, lightweight directory access protocol, and online certificate status protocol.
• Must have knowledge of bandwidth utilization.

• Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental

• Matching 401K
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
• Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas

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.

Salary Compensation: $140,000-$145,000