Tactical Network Engineer - Fort Polk

Cape Henry Associates, Acquired by JANUS Research Group; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking a Tactical Network Engineer to support the Warfighter Information Network-Tactical Systems. The position is fully on-site in Louisiana, requiring a DoD Secret clearance and skills in Systems Engineering and military networking. The successful candidate will manage systems configurations, troubleshoot network issues, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure mission objectives are achieved. Competitive salary ranging from $85k to $145k, based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Must possess knowledge of military network and communications systems engineering.
• Experience in Systems Engineering and acquisition processes required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for WIN-T Systems Engineering.
• Manage systems configurations and report discrepancies.
• Develop briefings regarding Systems Engineering and Network Architecture.

Skills

Knowledge of Systems Engineering processes

Ability to configure network devices

Ability to troubleshoot network issues

Experience with WIN-T INC 2 systems

Basic scripting skills

Knowledge of military mission command applications

Education

Security + certification

Tools

Cisco routers

Juniper switches

McAfee HBSS

SolarWinds Orion

Job description

Tactical Network Engineer

Supporting PM Tactical Network.

Location: Fort Polk, LA. Salary: $85,000–$145,000 per year, commensurate with experience/education. Clearance: DoD Secret minimum.

Task Description

Serve as focal point and subject matter expert in support of Warfighter Information Network‑Tactical (WIN‑T) Systems Engineering INC 2 networks. Identify and report problems and discrepancies to the Project Manager (PM) or headquarters functional managers. Recommend resolutions when unable to resolve problems. Manage and document systems configurations, trouble incidents, test procedures, and test execution/results. Exercise technical leadership to obtain agreement on required actions, schedules and the resolution of conflicting points of view concerning support operations and WIN‑T INC 2 systems. Coordinate system development tasks with other program System Engineering leads based on integration challenges and/or new requirements. Provide systems engineering oversight of the development of development and testing of SATCOM systems, baseband networking equipment, and software development for the core WIN‑T INC 2 systems. Coordinate across the embedded WIN‑T INC 2 enduring support team to obtain concurrence and to implement plans of action to accomplish PM objectives. Attend WIN‑T INC 2 meetings. Represent the Warfighter Information Network‑Tactical (WIN‑T) INC 2 at planning conferences conducted by the Unit or other organizations. Collaborate with leadership and representatives from stakeholder organizations at all levels in order to coordinate and/or integrate PM operations and objectives. Develop and present briefings as required to Army, Warfighter Information Network‑Tactical (WIN‑T) and Unit personnel regarding current status of Systems Engineering and Network Architecture planning, and/or test efforts. Support network planning, network set up, configuration, troubleshooting and testing as well as teardown. Work closely with unit CFSRs and S6 staff as well as other personnel to coordinate activities.

Special Requirements

Security Clearance: Secret. Applicants must possess knowledge of Systems Engineering processes and methodologies to include military network and communications systems engineering. Specialized skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Systems Engineer will include the ability to plan and coordinate military networks to meet operational mission objectives, the ability to configure network devices, to include Cisco and Juniper routers and switches, as well as the ability to understand network monitoring and troubleshooting procedures. Knowledge of WIN‑T INC 2 systems, to include the WIN‑T INC 2 Node Management Software (NMS) suite, McAfee Host‑Based Security System (HBSS), SNMPc Online, SolarWinds Orion, Cisco Secure Access Control Server and Radius, is required. Ability to develop basic scripts and to analyze collected data elements is desired. Knowledge of multiple operating systems and an understanding of military mission command applications (e.g., JCR/BFT‑II, TIGR, CPOF, AFATDs) is also desired. Specialized experience gained performing work as an engineer in industry or as an officer within an active, reserve or National Guard unit is desired. Experience in acquisition (Systems Planning, Research, Development and Engineering [SPRDE]) is desired.

Education / Certifications

• Security +

Benefits

JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefits package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and additional employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™.

Accommodation

JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e‑mailing: Judy Pagac, Chief Human Resources Officer at [e-mail] or calling (706) 364‑9100. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e‑mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group.

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Equal Opportunity and Compliance

JANUS Research Group is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is company policy to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a) and 60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

Government Relations