Senior Network Engineer - Military Veterans

Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA FL MacDill AFB - MacDill AFB (FLC007)
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ189659

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Network Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Network Engineering, Network Systems, Network Technologies
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Job Description:
GDIT is looking for a Senior Network Engineer to support all aspects of network engineering activities and projects for the USCENTCOM Information Technology Services (CITS) Program supporting the USCENTCOM J6 in Tampa, FL.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Designs and plans network systems. Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. Provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements. Conducts testing of network systems. Maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, switches, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc. Evaluates and reports on new network technologies to enhance capabilities of the network. Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines. Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable and consistent with organization objectives. Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects. Works under very general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is/may be reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Interacts frequently with internal and external management and senior-level customer representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and/or contractual clarifications. Leads briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives.

Education and/or Certifications:
Required:

- Bachelor's Degree with a focus in communication or a related field of study and 5 years related technical experience in Network and Transport technologies, tools, and techniques.

- 5+ years' experience with large-scale enterprise/global networks in a high paced diverse environment

- Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification

Desired:

- Master's Degree with a focus in communication, computer science, engineering, or a related field of study

- Cisco Certified CCNA, CCNP, CCDP (or equivalent).

Required Skills:

- Understanding of TCP/IP fundamentals (e.g. DNS, FTP, SSH, ACL, VLAN, DMZ, BGP), general networking technologies, network architecture and connectivity troubleshooting

-Ability to describe and troubleshoot routing and switching issues

-Network design, engineering, and implementation (Advanced Level)

-Thoroughly understand VPN Technologies (IPSEC, DMVPN, S2S, L3VPN, VPLS)

-Thoroughly understand the following routing protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP

-Thoroughly understand how to install and implement Cisco WAN/LAN routers/switches: Ex. ASRs, ISRs, Catalysts, NXOS, Nexus

-Creation of network related Rough Order Magnitude (ROM) equipment lists and costing

-Interpersonal skills, to help negotiate priorities

-Ability to work weekends and evening hours as needed

-Ability to work independently with little direction and guidance

-Understanding and experience with the DoD Architecture Framework and other key DoD network architecture and strategic planning instructions

-Thorough experience performing packet capture analysis or running Wireshark is highly desirable.

-Review and/or approve Network engineering documentation to ensure that processes and specifications meet Network needs and are accurate, comprehensive, and complete

-Establish and follow a formal procedure for coordinating Network integration activities among multiple teams, ensuring complete coverage of all interfaces

-Capture all interface designs in a common interface control format, and store interface data in a commonly accessible repository

Desired Skills:

- Experience with USCENTCOM and familiarity with its mission

- Knowledge and familiarity with USCENTCOM's IT environment

- Designing, implementing, and troubleshooting Cisco ACI-based networks.

- Manage and support the Cisco ISE solution across the organization

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ISE with other network components

Clearance Requirement:
- Active TS/SCI

Travel Requirements:

- Required USCENTCOM Exercise support of up to 10% Travel during the Year to OCONUS Locations

The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500. 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.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA FL MacDill AFB

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
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.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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