Network Engineer - 1298

Dignitas Technologies; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Wellness Program

401(k) Matching

Disability (Short Term & Long Term)

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Education & Training

Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal H ol

Military Leave

Job summary

Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, seeks a network specialist to design, implement, and support self-healing networks across DoD-related projects. You will work with Cisco/Juniper environments, configure devices, and help ensure secure, reliable connectivity across sites.

The role involves on-site collaboration with government stakeholders, occasional travel, and a hybrid work option when not on-site for meetings. Strong DoD/IT security credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT II certification or ability to obtain.
• Experience designing and implementing self-healing networks.
• Expert understanding of Cisco and/or Juniper technologies.
• Expert understanding of networking protocols.
• Experience in cross-platform networking environments.
• Experience configuring workstation, server, switch, and router equipment.
• Expert level experience in firewall configuration and operation.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements self-healing networks.
• Documents network configuration and maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoots routing, switching and multicast issues.
• Configures and troubleshoots RADIUS, SYSLOG, NTP, OSPF, Auto-RP.
• Assesses and advises on upgrades or reconfigurations to improve health.
• Provides on-site technical and operational support for telecom equipment.

Job description

Company Overview

Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, offers a wide range of services in the military modeling, simulation, and training (MS&T) industry from research efforts advancing simulation technologies to large acquisition contracts. Dignitas specializes in system and software analysis, design, development, testing, fielding, and courseware for Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training applications.

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Position Overview

This role requires close collaboration with internal teams, external suppliers, and government stakeholders and involves occasional travel to customer sites or supplier locations. A hybrid work environment is possible when not required to be on-site for customer meetings. The program reserves the right to require on-site work if program execution and success dictates.

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements self-healing networks
• Documents the network configuration including documentation of maintenance procedures for the network
• Troubleshoots routing, switching and multicase faults
• Configures and troubleshoots RADIUS, SYSLOG, NTP, OSPF, Auto-RP
• Designs and monitors network load balancing, route cost patterns, overall system health, etc. and advises on need for potential upgrades or reconfigurations
• Identifies the need to upgrade or enhance network component capabilities
• Hardens networking infrastructure as appropriate, balancing customer Availability/Integrity/Confidentiality needs
• Resolves IACA/STIG findings as appropriate, providing proper documentation and/or justification to A&A personnel
• Provides on-site technical and operational support in installation and operation of any/all telecommunications equipment
• Conducts site surveys to determine feasibility of equipment installations (e.g. telecommunications, electrical, temperature/humidity, cleanliness, space/weight, maintainability, logistical support)
• Performs other duties as required
• Mentors other IT personnel as needed

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT II requirements
• Experience designing and implementing self-healing networks
• Expert understanding of Cisco and/or Juniper technologies
• Expert understanding of networking protocols
• Experience in cross-platform networking environments
• Experience in setting up workstation, server, switch, and router configurations
• Expert level experience in the configuration & operation of firewalls

Special Requirements/Security Clearance

• DoD Active Secret Clearance or ability to get a clearance

By Light recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)

By Light is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, veteran status, disability, and any other protected class in accordance with federal, state and local laws.