Implementation Network Engineer

Cwsc
Scott AFB, IL
On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward mid-level network engineers comfortable with DISA standards and military protocol implementations, this role requires on-site presence at a Government facility in Scott AFB, IL, and emphasizes collaboration with customers, vendors, and project managers.

Best fit for

  • Mid-level network engineers with DISA and military protocol experience
    — “projects supporting the Department of Defense networks
  • Candidates who can manage technical and procedural documentation effectively
    — “execution of all reporting functions, and complete data input
  • Professionals familiar with circuit activation and vendor coordination
    — “Coordinate and program customer circuit activation with commercial vendors

Things to consider

  • On-site work is mandatory at a Government facility in Scott AFB, IL
    — “Position is on site at Government facility. Remote work is not available.
  • Must be eligible for and obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance
    — “Clearance Requirements: Active DoD SECRET is required with ability to obtain DoD Top Secret

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with DISA systems and processes in your resume and interviews
    — “Prior experience at DISA, or knowledge of DISA systems and processes
  • Emphasize your ability to analyze and implement network configurations
    — “Design and implementation of solutions to highly technical problems through testing, documentation and modification of configurations on network devices
  • Showcase your ability to coordinate with vendors and stakeholders
    — “Work directly with customers, solution architects and vendor SMEs to implement changes
  • Demonstrate your understanding of military and commercial network protocols
    — “router to router connections using military and commercial protocols such as BGP and ISIS
  • Include relevant certifications such as Security+ or Cisco credentials
    — “Network certifications: Cisco Certifications (CCNA, CCNP, etc.), Microsoft certifications (MCSE, etc.), security certifications (Security + CE, CISSP, etc.)
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

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What success looks like

  • installation oversight and configuration of network equipment
  • implementation of changes and resolution of issues
  • network monitoring and analysis
Typical background
BS in Computer Science or related field with 4-8 years of experience in network engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Network EngineeringProblem ManagementPerformance ManagementNetwork ServicesNetwork AppliancesConfiguration Management

Preferred

DISA Systems And ProcessesSharepoint Data EntryCustomer OutreachDISA Request Fulfillment Process

Stack & domain

Network EngineeringProblem ManagementPerformance ManagementTelecommunicationsNetwork ServicesNetwork AppliancesBGPOSPFDHCPDNSTcp/ipWANVPNVLANVRFTeam BuildingCollaborationCommunicationCustomer OutreachProject ManagementDefenseNetwork EquipmentConfigurationTestingIndustry Specifications

About the role

Original posting from Cwsc via Lever

The Implementations Network Engineer will perform installation oversight, configuration, testing, monitoring, servicing of network equipment and activation of networks for projects supporting the Department of Defense networks.  

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Perform customer coordination, Initial Test and Acceptance (IT&A), execution of all reporting functions, and complete data input associated with new service activations to ensure they are implemented in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) standards.
  • Work directly with customers, solution architects and vendor SMEs to implement changes and also identify, analyze, and resolve issues.
  • Manage Service Orders, in accordance with Change Management procedures
  • Ensure Telecommunication Service Orders (TSOs) are in place and accurate for scheduled network additions and changes
  • Initiate network device configurations using configlets
  • Analyze DISN and databases to validate and implement customer requirements
  • Design and implementation of solutions to highly technical problems through testing, documentation and modification of configurations on network devices
  • Coordinate and program customer circuit activation with commercial vendors to establish the engineered solution for end-to-end connectivity
  • Perform network monitoring to assess if deployed changes have caused impacts to customer traffic using provided expectations of traffic behavior, lessons learned, and customer reporting
  • Utilize systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software, or system functional requirements in support of customer resources.
  • Engage with the DISA project managers and/or customers to resolve issues with incomplete or unclear requirements.
  • Reach out to stakeholders and facilitate approvals as necessary to ensure continual forward progress of the service request.

Required Education & Experience:

  • Proficient BS degree and 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Proficient knowledge of various network hardware equipment specifications, configuration and testing processes, and industry specifications.
  • Knowledge of configuring, activating, testing, and analyzing network systems.
  • Network engineering, problem management, and performance management experience.
  • Understanding of basic telecommunications and information technology terms and technology.
  • Knowledge of data and voice network design carried over various transmissions systems, router to router connections using military and commercial protocols such as BGP and ISIS, switch-to-switch trunking to include VLANS, and circuit configurations through multiplexers.
  • Experience with network services (BGP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, WAN, VPN, VLAN, VRF, etc.) and network appliances (e.g., routers, load balancers, domain name servers, firewalls).
  • Ability to work in a team environment, but self-driven to complete assignments while continually developing proficiencies in processes.
  • Strong written and verbal communications, team building and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications::

  • Prior experience at DISA, or knowledge of DISA systems and processes.
  • Prior experience with SharePoint data entry.
  • Experience performing customer outreach.
  • Experience with DISA Request Fulfillment process and associate documents (TSRs, TSOs, completion reports) and circulars experience.
  • Basic understanding of Department of Defense, its policies, and hierarchy.
  • Basic understanding of DISA organizational structure and how different elements (DITCO, etc.) contribute to fulfilling mission partner TSR requirements.
  • Network certifications: Cisco Certifications (CCNA, CCNP, etc.), Microsoft certifications (MCSE, etc.), security certifications (Security + CE, CISSP, etc.)- ITIL certification.

Certification Requirements:

  • DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).

Clearance Requirements:

  • Active DoD SECRET is required with ability to obtain DoD Top Secret

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.):

  • Position is on site at Government facility.  Remote work is not available.

Compensation:

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. The posted range is appropriate for a typical candidate meeting, at a minimum, all the core requirements of the position.

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@cwsc.com.

Source: Cwsc careers (Lever)

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