Network Engineer - Senior

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Internal mobility team

Competitive pay and benefits

Military-friendly workplace

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and support of LAN/WAN architectures for mission-critical government projects. The role emphasizes expert-level networking, VMware administration, and cross-functional leadership.

You will evaluate current systems, plan large-scale upgrades, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring security and compliance. A TS/SCI clearance with willingness for CI polygraph is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years related experience in network engineering or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field; or Associate's + 2 years experience, or equivalent.
• IAT Level II certification within 6 months of hire.
• Security clearance: TS/SCI; willing to obtain CI polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems.
• Manage purchase, installation, and support of network communications.
• Plan large-scale systems projects via vendor comparison and cost studies.
• Provide leadership and training to lower level network engineers.
• Troubleshoot VMware environments and related components (vCenter, ESXi).
• Support hybrid cloud integration with multiple public cloud providers.
• Document designs, test plans, and transition solutions to operations.

Skills

LAN/WAN systems

VMware

vCenter/ESXi

Active Directory

Exchange Server

Azure

VPN

Network troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Associate's degree + 2 years related experience

Tools

VMware vCenter

PowerShell/CLI

Job description

Transform technology into opportunity as a Network Engineer - Senior at GDIT. Shape what's next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what's next for your engineering career. Under general direction, manages the purchase, installation, and support of network communications, including LAN/WAN systems. Responsible for evaluating current systems. Works on complex problems where analysis of situation requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Plans large-scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies. Provides work leadership and training to lower level network engineers. Requires expert knowledge of LAN/WAN systems, networks, and applications.

Performance Shall Include:

• Designing and defining system architecture for new or existing computer systems
• Applying proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments
• Designing, implementing and managing high availability/clustering and disaster recovery environment
• Supporting establishment of plans and templates in line with the overall technical architecture format and program infrastructure platform
• Completing technical documentation to design, test, implement, train, and transition solutions to operational support
• Troubleshooting and deep dive into VMware infrastructure. Other application experience is helpful: Exchange Server, Active Directory, Azure, VPN, and other relevant IT related technologies
• Monitoring, administer, and maintain vCenter modules and configurations
• Supporting implementation, configuration, operations, and maintenance of VMware components to include vCenter Server, ESXi Hosts, Standard/Distributed vSwitches, vSphere Data Protection, Operations Manager, etc.
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining a hybrid cloud integrate with multiple public cloud service providers
• Researching/assisting in development, and/or participating in hands-on installation, configuration, and maintenance of large enterprise applications. Includes troubleshooting hardware, software, network and system production issues, supporting deployment of other Storage and OS configuration components, automation and upgrade, Continuity of Operation, backup and recovery

Experience:

• 7+ years related experience

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology OR Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)

Certification:

• IAT Level II - within 6 months of hire

Security Clearance

• TS/SCI
• Must be willing to obtain CI polygraph

Other Requirements

• Strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware
• Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewall, routers, switches, controllers
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocol
• Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

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• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace