Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect (Ft. Bragg)

GovCIO; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GovCIO is hiring a Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect for on-site work at Fort Bragg, NC. The role focuses on planning, designing, and integrating high-assurance network and system solutions for Special Operations communications.

Required TS/SCI clearance, CCNP, and 3+ years in Cisco routing/switching; experience with EIGRP/BGP, QoS, and enterprise networks is essential. Must hold a valid U.S. driver’s license and be able to deploy if needed.

Qualifications

• Security clearance and relevant certifications required.
• Extensive Cisco routing/switching experience and LAN/WAN knowledge.
• Experience with network design, QoS, and enterprise architectures.

Responsibilities

• Gathers requirements and translates them into network/system specs.
• Develops and documents QoS, WAN/LAN architectures, and test plans.
• Provides operational support and customer liaison for business development.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

CompTIA Security+

CCNP

Cisco Routing & Switching

LAN/WAN/Security

EIGRP/BGP

Network Integration

Multicast

IPv4

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related fields

Tools

GitLab

CI/CD workflows

CM tools

Job description

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect to support Special Operations communication. This position will be in Fort Bragg, NC and will be an onsite position

Responsibilities

Gathers information concerning the capabilities of Company products; investigates the technical capabilities of Company products and competing equipment and/or solutions; stays abreast of developments in hardware and software. Generates quantifiable requirements based on customer description, system planning and design, and ensures requirements comply through formal verification methods. Translates high level product development strategies into network and system requirement specifications and works with other engineering disciplines to develop lower level detailed implementation requirements. Establishes and coordinates development of standards, practices, and procedures as related to the overall network and system development. Designs interfaces and brings network and system elements together so they work as a whole. Assesses performance using evaluation criteria and technical performance measures. Customer liaison and support for business development activities and to understand and shape requirements.

• Develop and implement QoS for a voice/video/data network environment
• Use network/application performance management tools to troubleshoot, analyze, test, and provide recommended solutions for performance problems
• Develop and generate conceptual, logical, and physical network architectures, resulting in documents and drawings, testing analyses, test plans, and risk assessments to ensure sound architecture
• Provide operational support services for WAN and LAN technologies
• Plans network layouts and configures systems to user environments
• Analyze network topologies and traffic, and capacity requirements
• Work with DOD customers to fill information gaps and communicate architecture and technical solutions
• Supports the acquisition of hardware and software, as needed
• Develop detailed logical designs in areas of: Gigabit Ethernet Switching/Routing (EIGRP & BGPv4), QOS, DMVPN, IPv4 & Multicast architecture
• Perform Network Engineering and Architecture Duties for a Wide Area Networking environment

Qualifications

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required:TS/SCI
• CompTIA Security+ Plus Certification
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification (copy presented with application)
• 3+ years of Cisco Routing and Switching experience; demonstrated technical proficiency in LAN, WAN, Network Management, and Security. Knowledge of DHCP, DNS,
• Demonstrated ability to handle several projects simultaneously
• Must have a strong, proven background with senior-level experience with Cisco Routing and Switching
• Strong attention to detail, good documentation skills, and ability to write clear, concise project reports
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to function with minimal instruction or supervision, or as a part of a larger team reporting to formal project management. Strong communication and organizational skills
• Intermediate to high-level experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level networks
• Intermediate to expert-level knowledge of EIGRP, BGP, QOS, DMVPN, and other WAN-based technologies
• 3+ years of Network Integration Experience
• Demonstrated experience with Layer 2, 3, and 4 networking - Advanced knowledge and experience with EIGRP and BGP routing protocols
• Advanced knowledge of multicast protocols/architecture
• Experience with IPv4
• Active and current U.S. Driver's License

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related fields
• Experience supporting U.S. Special Operations
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and working with Agile teams using collaboration tools such as GitLab.
• Experience working with CM tools, including GitLab, Git-centric, and CI/CD workflows
• Able to wear personal protective equipment, including protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor, and chemical/biological protective garments
• Medically/Physically fit for deployment with U.S. Military Forces Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) under the provisions of USCENTCOM Medical Standards

Unfunded position- A Contingency Offer Letter will be extended to the selected candidate. Employment is contingent on the position being fully funded and a vacancy existing.

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Posted Salary Range

USD $95,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.