Senior Network Engineer, Advisor (Site Lead) at General Dynamics Information Technology

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Communication Network, Local Area Network (LAN), Network Operating Systems, Networks

Certifications:

CASP CE+ - CompTIA, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Cisco Systems

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

The Network Engineer designs, plans, and builds communications networks. Configures routers and switches, and firewalls for LAN and WAN systems and VPN concentrators with appropriate network engineering and communications protocols. Coordinates LAN/WAN hardware/software improvements and/or enhancements. Monitors the network utilizing industry-leading technologies. Provides innovative methods and technical solutions using the engineering design process. Plans implementation of enhancements.

• Displays a comprehensive understanding of communication and routing protocols to include but not limited to TCP/IP, BGP and EIGRP

• Has an in-depth understanding and practical knowledge of networking topologies (LAN, WAN)

• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds or other network monitoring tools)

• Performs maintenance and upgrade of networks including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and networks

• Ability to analyze and evaluate networks, identify issues and provide solutions to ensure effective and efficient operation

• Knowledge is High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor (HAIPE) devices

• Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems

• Maintains network integrity and connectivity while ensuring policy compliance; maintains system backup and recovery capability

• Creates plans and configures systems for data communication networks

• Evaluates new communications technologies to enhance the capabilities of the network

• Excellent Cisco knowledge and troubleshooting skills

• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned

• Solid understanding of network operating systems (Cisco IOS, etc.)

Experience Requirements

• 10+ years of Network Engineering experience

Education Requirements 

• BA/BS in Information Technology related field or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.

Certification Requirements

• DoD 8570.01 certification required – Security+, or higher

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Security Requirements 

TS/SCI clearance

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The likely salary range for this position is $155,550 - $210,450. 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 VA Newington

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.