Network Engineer - Senior

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 108,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Health insurance options

Flex work weeks

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and manage LAN/WAN, VMware, and hybrid cloud components for mission-critical government projects in Colorado Springs.

You will lead architecture discussions, perform vendor comparisons, and provide mentoring to junior engineers. Requirements include 7+ years in IT networks, TS/SCI with CI polygraph, a BS in CS/IT or AS with experience, and IAT Level II within 6 months.

Qualifications

• 7+ years related experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology OR Associate's degree in a related area + 2 years' experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)
• IAT Level II - within 6 months of hire
• Security Clearance TS/SCI Must be willing to obtain CI polygraph
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Other application experience is helpful: Exchange Server, Active Directory, Azure, VPN, and other relevant IT related technologies.

Skills

Computer Systems

Network Communications

Network Infrastructures

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Information Technology

Associate's degree + 2 years experience or 4 years experience

Tools

VMware

vCenter

Job description

Job Overview

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations Job Qualifications: Skills: Computer Systems, Network Communications, Network Infrastructures Certifications: None Experience: 7 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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
• Other application experience is helpful: Exchange Server, Active Directory, Azure, VPN, and other relevant IT related technologies.

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
• To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
• We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Location & Travel

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: 10-25%
• Telecommuting Options: Onsite
• Work Location: USA CO Colorado Springs
• Additional Work Locations:

Salary

The likely salary range for this position is $108,205 - $146,395. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

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