Senior Network Engineer

Geospatial And Cloud Analytics Inc; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 federal holidays and 15 additional\

Bereavement leave

Parental leave

PTO cash-out

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Job summary

Geospatial and Cloud Analytics, Inc. (GCA) is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our team in Quantico, VA. You will monitor and control network resources across enclaves, configure, install, and support networking hardware and software, and work closely with tenant agency engineers on network projects.

The role emphasizes diagnosing issues, maintaining security and compliance with DoD requirements, and coordinating with vendors as needed to ensure reliable network services.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance required to start.
• Eligible for Top Secret/SCI access.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements via approved certs.
• Certifications: Security+, GSEC, SSCP, CCNA Security or CCNA.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure.
• Monitor performance and status of network resources across enclaves.
• Remote diagnosis, configuration management, and tech support for switches/routers.
• Support voice, data, and video circuits.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve network performance issues and outages.
• Ensure STIGs compliance and remediate vulnerabilities promptly.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and changes.

Skills

Cisco routers

Catalyst switches

Network monitoring

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

CCNA Security

STIGs

Job description

Job Summary

Geospatial and Cloud Analytics (GCA) is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our team in Quantico, VA. The Senior Network Engineer will monitor and control the performance and status of network resources across multiple enclaves using software and hardware tools. This position will configure, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and support networking hardware and software and work closely with tenant agency engineers in support of network-related projects.

The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for identifying, diagnosing, and resolving issues affecting network availability and performance while helping ensure network infrastructure remains secure, reliable, and compliant with applicable DoD requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including Cisco routers and Catalyst switches.
• Monitor and control the performance and operational status of network resources across multiple network enclaves.
• Perform remote diagnosis, configuration management, and technical support of switches, routers, and associated network infrastructure.
• Support analog and digital circuits used for voice, data, and video systems.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve network performance issues, outages, and connectivity problems.
• Provide troubleshooting support for network issues and outages, including incidents that may occur during non-core business hours.
• Conduct network and system performance monitoring, load balancing, and troubleshooting to maintain network availability and performance.
• Configure and install networking hardware and software replacements, upgrades, and modifications.
• Coordinate and work directly with tenant agency engineers in support of building and network-related projects.
• Coordinate with hardware, software, telecommunications, and other vendors as required in support of the customer.
• Ensure applicable networking Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and identified vulnerabilities are remediated or appropriately mitigated in a timely manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance on network devices within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Maintain documentation associated with network configurations, maintenance activities, troubleshooting, and changes as required.
• Maintain a current understanding of emerging technologies and industry trends related to networking, data centers, and service-provider environments.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance required to start.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI access.
• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements through an approved certification such as:
• CompTIA Security+ CE
• GSEC
• SSCP
• CCNA Security or other applicable approved certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
• Minimum of five (5) years of increasingly complex and progressive experience in computer systems and/or network engineering.
• Demonstrated experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Cisco routers and Catalyst switches.
• Experience diagnosing network connectivity, availability, and performance issues.
• Knowledge of enterprise networking concepts and technologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, engineers, vendors, and other technical personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

The following experience is beneficial but is not required unless otherwise specified by the position or contract:

• Experience supporting network environments within the Department of Defense or Federal Government.
• Experience operating within classified or multi-enclave network environments.
• Familiarity with DoD STIG implementation, vulnerability remediation, and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Advanced Cisco certifications or networking experience beyond the CCNA level.

About GCA

Geospatial and Cloud Analytics, Inc. (GCA) is a Small Disadvantaged and Veteran-Owned business supporting multiple government contracts. GCA is committed to providing exceptional technical services in support of our customers and the critical missions they perform.

GCA offers a competitive benefits package to full-time employees, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off, including 10 federal holidays and 15 additional days
• Bereavement leave
• Parental leave
• PTO cash-out
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee referral program

GCA is committed to a safer tomorrow. The challenges facing our Nation and the world continue to grow in complexity and require the highest levels of dedication, integrity, and service. These core values are the foundation upon which GCA provides exceptional service to our customers throughout the Intelligence Community and the rapidly evolving Information Technology sector.