Network Engineer - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA Springfield - 7420 Fullerton Rd Ste 101 (VAS087)
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ192742
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
Network Engineering
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Network Design, Network Engineering, Networking Hardware
Certifications:
None
Experience:
2 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Transform technology into opportunity as a Network Engineer with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Network Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Network Engineer joining our Defense Logistics Agency Information (DLA) Operations Enterprise Enclave (IOEE) and Information Secure Enterprise Enclave (IOSEE) Engineering Support Services program in Springfield, VA.
This is a hybrid position. At this time, the requirement is to come into the Springfield GDIT office on Tuesdays. As this program supports SIPR work, the Network Engineer is expected to go into the DLA facility as needed to complete their SIPR work. The schedule will adjust based on work requirements at a given time, but again Tuesdays are the current mandatory day at the GDIT office.
This position requires up to 25% of travel both Contiguous United States (CONUS) and Outside the Contiguous United States (OCONUS) to DLA sites.
This position supports network engineering design and implementation of technology refreshes. The selected candidate will work under general supervision, developing requirements from inception to conclusion. Our team consists of multiple senior engineers, and it is expected that each manage assigned projects and tasks and regularly provide status updates to contract leadership and the customer. The candidate should have strong knowledge of route/switch protocols, voice/video, IPv6, compliance with STIG requirements, wireless technology, firewalls, and other network devices.
HOW OUR NETWORK ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
- Planning, performing, and documenting laboratory assessments of hardware and software for both the classified and unclassified DISN Services to ensure proper connectivity and operations between the DLA WAN, the DLA's NOC, and DISA's NOCs.
- Coordinating with the government customer to create a Technology Assessment Plan (TAP) to include the objectives, scope, equipment and configurations, technical approach, procedures, schedules, and roles and responsibilities required to complete the DLA LAN technology refresh and upgrades. These assessments may include independent cost estimates.
- Preparing After Action Reports (AAR) that document the approach taken, results, recommendations and supporting rationale.
- Identifying new and emerging network capabilities as well as developing product evaluation and selection criteria.
- Developing system evaluations methods and procedures.
- Producing formal documentation of recommendations for executive briefings.
- Ensuring interoperability between DLA WAN and DISN network equipment and services.
- Planning and tracking of implementation tasks.
- Creating necessary supporting configuration artifacts such as network maps, detailed designs, test plans, operations readiness test reports, device configurations, and maintenance processes and procedures.
- Maintain active SIPRNet account and access regularly through DLA HQ.
- Perform as on-call engineer for both NIPR and SIPR incidents. One weekly rotation every two months.
- Abe to travel up to 25% to both CONUS and OCONUS DLA sites.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED (REQUIRED):
- Security Clearance Level: Active Secret with SSBI or Top-Secret clearance.
- Required Experience: 2+ years of progressive relevant Information Technology (IT) experience.
- Required Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise, IAT Level III Compliant Certification.
- Must have one of the following: CASP+CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH.
- Check Point Certified Security Administrator- CCSA (CCSA can be attained after start within three months of start date).
- Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of work experience in lieu of degree.
- Required Technical Skills: Network engineering experience in unclassified and classified environments. Familiarity with Standard LAN/WAN protocols, BGP, MPLS and LDP in a service provider environment. Network design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting., Device configuration (Multi-vendor environment). Wired, wireless, voice, and video technologies.
- Required Skills and Abilities: Ability to manage multiple assigned projects and report status and implementation plans. Ability to report on-site as indicated above.
- Location: Hybrid. Onsite in Springfield, VA location once a week as indicated above.
The likely salary range for this position is $80,750 - $109,250. 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:
10-25%
Telecommuting Options:
Hybrid
Work Location:
USA VA Springfield - 7420 Fullerton Rd Ste 101 (VAS087)
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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Springfield, VA
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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