Network Engineer - TS/SCI w/ FS Poly Required Columbia, MD

Sound E Solutions; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to maintain and enhance their network infrastructure. This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and generous paid time off. Join a team dedicated to excellence in network engineering and enjoy a collaborative work environment that values your contributions. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

100% Company Funded Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

3 Weeks PTO

11 Government Holidays

Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly is required.
• Two years of experience in similar programs is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and sustainment of existing networks.
• Resolve routine network problems and monitor data systems.

Skills

Network Troubleshooting

Network Monitoring

Problem Resolution

Script Execution

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Cisco

Brocade

Juniper

WAN Test Equipment

Job description

Network Engineer - TS/SCI w/ FS Poly Required

Columbia, MD

Total Compensation range of $70,000 - $79,150 per year

Compensation package includes 100% company Funded BCBS Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Plan. 3 weeks PTO, 11 Government Holidays and more...... Sound Engineering Solutions is excited to announce a Sign-On Bonus for the successful candidate hired for this role! Join our team during this festive season and enjoy a rewarding career with additional perks.

Active & Current TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly is REQUIRED!!!

Job Title: Network Engineer

Location: Columbia, MD


Key Responsibilities:

Performs maintenance, sustainment of existing networks, and identification/correction of issues.

• 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 escalate 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

Requirements:

• Active & Current TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly is REQUIRED
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M is required.

Desired: CompTIA Network+, CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent

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