Network Configuration and Performance Analyst

Xpect Solutions

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plan

Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

3 weeks of annual PTO

11 days of Holiday PTO

Performance Awards

Referral Bonuses up to $5,000

Education Reimbursement up to $2,500/年

Job summary

XPECT Solutions, LLC is seeking a Network Configuration/Performance Analyst to support our Federal Government Client in Huntsville, AL. The role requires engaging with Network Compliance and Monitoring activities and updating configurations and software to align with engineering directives.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in IT networking with Cisco gear, scripting for automation, and a strong understanding of security tools.

Qualifications

Active Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI.
Must be able to work 100% onsite at the customer facility.
Minimum of 3 years of IT experience with networking technologies, specifically Cisco switches/routers and analyzing complex networks.
Working knowledge of web apps, web servers, load balancers and storage systems.
Knowledge of network security tools and methodologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, ACLs).
Moderate scripting/coding experience to support network automation tasks.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze enterprise networks.
Provide technical guidance and support to Government, Project Lead, and other Network Analysts.
Keep abreast of trends in networks, technology, and IT topics and advise on improvements.
Deliver high-quality professional customer service in all interactions.
Use Enterprise Network Monitoring Platform to analyze and document network performance.

Skills

Top-Secret Clearance

Onsite at customer facility

Networking (Cisco)

Scripting (Python/Bash)

Security tools (firewalls/IDS/IPS)

Education

Associate's Degree in IT or related

CCNA or higher certification

Tools

Cisco IOS

Crypto devices monitoring

Job description

Company Overview

XPECT Solutions, LLC has built a strong reputation by supporting our clients in meeting their strategic goals and mission objectives. We provide high quality resources for a wide range of IT and security solutions at best-value pricing. Our success is built on a solid foundation of well-vetted, highly technical personnel, a disciplined project management approach, and an overarching commitment to customer service. We develop, test, deploy, and support exceptional solutions that enhance system functionality, while maximizing reliability and availability, and ensure the tightest security.

Job Overview

XPECT Solutions, LLCis looking for a Network Configuration/Performance Analyst on an effort supporting our Federal Government Client in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will provide technical engineering support for our large federal government agency’s highly complex network infrastructure environment to include multiple enclaves comprising various classification levels.

The ideal candidate will engage with Network Compliance and Monitoring (NCM) activities as directed by the ProjectLead, including performing updates in configurations and software that align with the strategies and directives of theengineering teams.

Core Responsibilities

Monitoring and analyzing enterprise networks.
Provide technical guidance and support to the Government, Project Lead, and other Network Analyst in support of monitoring and managing the customer networks.
Maintain awareness of trends and best practices related to networks, technology and IT-related topics and provide recommendations to the Project Lead and Government on possible improvements or changes to customer systems and processes.
Provide high-quality and professional customer service in all interactions.
Use the Enterprise Network Monitoring Platform to analyze and provide data and documentation related to the network performance of any or all network components.

Requirements

Active Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI
Must be able to work 100% onsite at the customer facility
Minimum of 3 years of relevant IT experience with specialization in networking technologies, specifically with Cisco switches and routers and analyzing complex networks
Working knowledge of web applications, web servers, application load balancers and storage systems.
Must have good knowledge of general network and security tools and methodologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS and access control lists.
Moderate skill in scripting / coding (python, go, Perl, Bash, etc.) in order to support network automation tasks.

Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications

CCNA or higher certification
Associate'sDegree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related area
Moderate skill in scripting / coding (python, go, Perl, Bash, etc.) in order to support network automation tasks.
Have knowledge and experience configuring and monitoring cryptographic devices.
Experience in network engineering within the federal intelligence community.
Ability to adhere to a disciplined troubleshooting methodology, and ensure task/mission completion, along with creating and maintaining necessary information.
Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail.

Benefits

Xpect Solutions, LLC is a one-of-a-kind employer with a talented team that is cleared at various levels and is certified in dozens of industry-recognized certifications. Our talented staff are the key to our success. They bring the knowledge, experience and technical skills to deliver the best solutions to our customers.

We support our team by providing open communication, win-win partnerships with clients and vendors, a team-oriented culture that supports employeea focus on professional development and growth for a long-lasting and happy career.

We offer a benefits package that is designed to keep our most important assets – our employees – healthy, happy, energized and moving forward. Our philosophy is simple – empower our employees with the benefits, resources and the financial incentives they need to be successful.

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