Junior Network Engineer

Akima; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Junior Network Engineer, where your skills in network configuration and security will directly impact government projects. This role involves maintaining and optimizing data networks, ensuring efficient performance across LANs and WANs. You'll work in a supportive environment that values innovation and diversity, providing you with opportunities for professional growth and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference. If you're passionate about technology and eager to take on new challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive Pay

Growth Opportunities

Retirement Options

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in network engineering and administration.
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies and network management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation and maintenance of LAN and WAN networks.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Network Configuration

Cisco Solutions

Network Security

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

SolarWinds

Cisco Hardware

Palo Alto Firewalls

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Akima

Tuvli is seeking a highly motivated, self-directed and experienced individual to fill the role of a Junior Network Engineer for our existing government client in the Franconia/Springfield, VA area. Apply now!

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers.
• Ensure the stable operation and efficient performance of data networks, monitoring and managing all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches and encryption, analyzing network performance across the organization’s LANs and WANs, and identifying and developing remedies for network performance bottlenecks.
• May perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems.
• Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups.
• Assist with analyzing network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses.
• May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.
• Provide network performance statistics and reports.
• Assist with installation and configuration of all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches and encryption.
• Inspect, maintain and where necessary replace network cabling and other network-related equipment.
• Assist with administration of hardware and software upgrades for network equipment.
• Assist with the development, implementation and maintain policies, procedures and associated training plans for network resource administration, appropriate use and disaster recovery.
• Perform network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information.
• Administer and maintain user accounts, permissions and access rights.
• Other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline is desirable.
• 1+ years or more of directly related experience.
• Experience with Cisco network solutions is desirable.
• Working knowledge of network security measures, experience with network management and analysis tools such as SolarWinds are highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Firewalls (Palo Alto, Forcepoint Stonegate) are highly desirable
• Experience installing, configuring, maintaining and supporting network hardware and software preferred
• Experience working with LANs and WANs.
• Cisco or Juniper network certifications are a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Time management skills to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Dependable, great attitude and team player.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility to work in a changing environment.
  
  

Job ID

2025-16889

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Tuvli, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Tuvli, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Tuvli provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Tuvli ensures that solutions are strictly aligned with agency processes and desired program outcomes while delivering the best value for technology investments.

As a Tuvli employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.



Job ID:16889-en-us

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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