DoD Network Engineer Specialist - SD-WAN & Security

Concurrent Technologies Corporation; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Educational opportunities

Job summary

Concurrent Technologies Corporation in Panama City, FL is seeking a Network Engineer Specialist to provide basic and ownership of moderately complex network assignments in a DoD government contractor environment.

This role requires DoD clearance or the ability to obtain TS/SCI, and involves configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems, plus monitoring with SolarWinds and Wireshark. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 4+ years of directly related experience is required for consideration.
• Proficiency in networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, subnetting, and routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP).
• Experience with network monitoring tools and troubleshooting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Network Design and Implementation: Assist in the design and implementation of network solutions to meet operational requirements.
• Configure and deploy network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Conduct testing and validation of network configurations to ensure functionality and performance.
• Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor network systems using tools such as SolarWinds or Wireshark to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex network problems, including connectivity issues, performance bottlenecks, and security incidents.
• Provide recommendations for network optimization and improvements.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps.
• Prepare reports on network performance, incidents, and resolutions for management and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of technical documentation, including user guides and SOPs.
• Compliance and Security: Ensure network systems comply with DoD cybersecurity standards and policies, including NIST 800-171 and RMF.
• Implement security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols.
• Participate in audits and vulnerability assessments, providing input on remediation strategies.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Lead small teams on low-complexity network projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within scope.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support broader IT initiatives.
• Mentor junior staff members, providing guidance and support to enhance their technical skills.

Skills

TCP/IP

Subnetting

Routing protocols

Network monitoring

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

SolarWinds

Wireshark

Firewalls

Job description

Concurrent Technologies Corporation in Panama City, FL is seeking a Network Engineer Specialist to provide basic and ownership of moderately complex network assignments in a DoD government contractor environment.

This role requires DoD clearance or the ability to obtain TS/SCI, and involves configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems, plus monitoring with SolarWinds and Wireshark. Travel up to 25% may be required.