Network Engineer 0

Itezz, Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEP IRA 10% company contribution

Voluntary benefit plans (medical, etc)

Job summary

Itezz Inc. is seeking qualified personnel to support a global Enterprise Network environment under federal contracting.

You will assist with site surveys, installations, configuration management, maintenance, modernization, and sustainment activities while coordinating with system engineering teams to ensure mission operations with minimal downtime. The role requires TS/SCI with poly and a minimum of two years of network engineering experience; DoD 8570.01-M II baseline certification is

Qualifications

• Requires TS/SCI with Agency Appropriate Polygraph.
• Two years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Two years of additional network engineering experience may substitute for an Associate's degree.
• II baseline DoD 8570.01-M certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in site surveys, system installations, configuration management, maintenance, modernization, and sustainment of a global Enterprise Network.
• Coordinate with system engineering and dataflow efforts to ensure proper mission operations with minimal downtime.
• Resolve routine network problems and operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators.

Education

Associate's degree in engineering technology

II baseline certification (DoD 8570.01-M)

Tools

SONET/OC3/OC48/OC192

DS3

T1

Taclanes/KG-175

MPLS

BGP

VPNs

Job description

Founded on a commitment to service, Itezz Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, SBA 8(a) certified small business dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable information technology solutions across the federal government. Rooted in the values of integrity, excellence, and patriotism, the company was built by those who have served — and that spirit of dedication carries into every project and client relationship. Itezz Inc. partners with federal agencies to solve complex technology challenges, drive digital transformation, and ensure mission-critical systems perform at the highest levels. When the mission demands excellence, Itezz Inc. delivers.

Description

Assist in site surveys, system installations, configuration management, maintenance, modernization, and sustainment of a global Enterprise Network; Assist in implementing specific network solutions to support server requirements to include load balancing, VPN’s, firewall contexts, and Network Address Translation (NAT) where appropriate; Coordinate with the system engineering and dataflow efforts to ensure proper mission operations with minimal down time; Resolve routine network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators.

Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with customer appropriate polygraph).

Capabilities

• Resolve routine network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators


• Monitors data or voice system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues. Activates scripts as alarms occur or issues surface. Confirms accuracy of messages, alarms or issues and/or determines severity of problem, issue or alarm. Initiates resolution as appropriate.


• Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate. Researches issues to determine if problem may be resolved using predefined procedures.


• Resolves basic issues; documents the results. Communicates occurrence of alarms or issues and resulting actions taken to resolve or elevate problem.


• Executes scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures. Identifies issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary


• Activates/deactivates network lines according to established schedules.


• Performs first- and/or second-level problem determination (first level is help desk).


• Interfaces with users and/or network vendors.


• Can follow detailed work instructions.

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Agency Appropriate Polygraph


• Two (2) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity are required.


• Associate's degree in engineering technology from an accredited college is required.


• Two (2) years of additional network engineering experience may be substituted for an Associate's degree.


• II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M is required.

Required Technical Skills

• Experience supporting WAN technologies such as SONET (OC3, OC48, OC192), DS3, T1, etc.


• Experience with Taclanes/KG-175, etc. Experience with MPLS, BGP, VPNs, etc. An IAT level

Desired Technical Skills

• Experience with installation and configuration of any levels of network devices, such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper devices is a plus.

Salary Range

$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 (Annually)
Annual Compensation Figures listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; annual hours worked; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits Package

Itezz Inc. believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes an additional 10% of each employee's gross compensation to the company SEP IRA plan, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.

Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including

• A Choice of CareFirst BlueChoice Medical Plans, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)


• CareFirst Preferred Dental


• CareFirst BlueVision

Itezz Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Affirmative Action Statement

Itezz Inc. is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations

Itezz Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] . We are happy to provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to all candidates.