Network Engineer

J5 Consulting; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health coverage

6% 401(k) match

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

J5 Consulting, located in Virginia, seeks a Network Engineer specializing in cryptographic devices. This role involves supporting the design and implementation of enterprise network architectures, with responsibilities for troubleshooting technical issues and providing guidance to stakeholders.

U.S. Citizenship and an active Top Secret Security Clearance are required. Benefits include 100% employer-paid health coverage, 401(k) match, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide network engineering support with cryptographic devices.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues related to crypto devices.
• Work onsite within the Washington Metropolitan Area.

Skills

Expertise with General Dynamics crypto devices

Designing, implementing, and troubleshooting cryptographic systems

Knowledge of cryptographic principles and protocols

Technical guidance and support

Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

DevOps practices and tools

Agile project management methodologies

Effective communication skills

Ability to work in a matrix environment

Job description

J5 Consulting is a Maryland based company established in 2006 to provide computing and consulting services for government and commercial entities. Our services improve Information System networking performance and compliance and protect electronic assets from loss and compromise. We welcome your application to receive consideration for the following position.

Introduction

The Sponsor's office is responsible for the design and implementation of enterprise network architectures. This includes, but is not limited to, the wide area network, local area network, firewalls, voice over IP, video engineering, data center engineering, network performance analysis, and Tier IV operational and engineering support and network security. The Sponsor requires network engineering support with a deep subject matter expertise with cryptographic devices.

Required Skills and Demonstrated Experience

• Demonstrated experience with in-depth knowledge of General Dynamics crypto devices such as the E-100, FLEX, Micro, Nano, TL-10G, TL-1g, and next generation crypto devices, including their configuration, operation, and maintenance
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex cryptographic systems
• Demonstrated experience with technical knowledge of cryptographic principles, protocols, and technologies, including those related to General Dynamics crypto devices
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex technical issues related to General Dynamics crypto devices and developing effective solutions
• Demonstrated experience with cryptographic protocols and standards, such as those related to encryption, decryption, and key management
• Demonstrated experience providing technical guidance and support to stakeholders, including written training documentation
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with cross‑functional teams, including engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders, to achieve project goals and objectives
• Demonstrated experience with GEM crypto manager(s) software
• Demonstrated experience providing technical guidance and support to stakeholders, including actively training personnel

Highly Desired Skills and Demonstrated Experience

• Demonstrated experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of DevOps practices and tools
• Demonstrated experience with technical knowledge of cryptographic principles, protocols, and technologies, including those related to General Dynamics crypto devices
• Demonstrated experience and familiarity with Sponsor networks and devices, including both new and legacy systems, to ensure seamless integration and support
• Demonstrated experience with troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues related to General Dynamics crypto devices and develop effective solutions
• Demonstrated experience with agile project management methodologies to work effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated experience with effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey complex technical information to various stakeholders, including technical and non‑technical personnel
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work in a matrix environment. This includes being able to navigate multiple stakeholders, priorities, and timelines

U.S. Citizenship

• This position requires U.S. Citizenship. Verification of U.S. Citizenship to meet federal government security requirements will be confirmed.

Security Clearance

• The successful candidate must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph.
• Clearance Verification: This position requires successful verification of the stated security clearance to meet federal government customer requirements. You will be asked to provide clearance verification information prior to an offer of employment.

Travel

• This position is expected to be onsite. The position will be located within the Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA). Local travel/POV will be on an as‑needed basis, within the local place of performance.

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid health coverage
• a 6% 401(k) match
• PTO
• tuition reimbursementbonuses
• professional development, and more

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