Network Engineer - The Intelligence & Security Academy

Network Engineer

Company Overview:

Founded over 20 years ago and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, The Intelligence & Security Academy, LLC provides consulting services to federal clients in Intelligence and National Security matters and specializes in delivering strategic consulting and innovative solutions. ISA also provides education & training to federal government agencies as well as private sector companies and academic institutions in the areas of intelligence analysis, budget formulation policy development, and more. Our company also delivers systems engineering and engineering management services to federal clients that focus on the design, development, integration, and management of complex systems.

Job Description:

The Network Engineer position supports the Government customer's development, fielding, and sustainment of Mission Partner Environment (MPE) networks and technological solutions. You will apply your knowledge of network and transport layer engineering to help the DoD evolve and deploy new capabilities, modernize, and optimize existing capabilities, and leverage your technical knowledge in support to mission critical projects to enhance national security.

MPE Future State tasks include defining performance requirements, clarifying service delivery specifications, capturing trade-offs, and promoting traceability through all phases of development, testing, and delivery. The Network Engineer role involves utilizing technical knowledge and engineering tools and methodologies to define and connect pieces across numerous functional elements and branches within the Mission Partner Capabilities Office. All products and deliverables are defined, maintained, and delivered within ISA's and the Government's delivery and storage requirements.

Work Model:

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely. Consistent with government and industry standards that support a more fulsome return to in-office culture, ISA supports our clients and provides a working environment that promotes professional development opportunities through peer engagement and face-to-face mentoring. The ability to meet across teams at the office and cross-pollinate information is critical to our success.

• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role. (This is the ISA standard/preferred work model.)
• If this position is a remote position, you'll primarily work as a remote employee, but may periodically work from an ISA or client site facility. (This work model is only used when a position cannot otherwise be filled with onsite personnel and is allowable by client requirements. This work model is offered as required only.

Responsibilities:

The Network Engineer will support the Government's efforts to drive technology and complete technical activities required to sustain extant information sharing systems while enabling planning, design, testing, fielding, and integration of MPE Future State systems.

Duties:

• Leading and facilitating technical analysis, review, and discussion.
• Researching and implementing enterprise-wide network solutions, capabilities, and enhancements to support government mission goals and objectives.
• Assisting in the development of roadmaps for capabilities, operations, and technologies.
• Executing all Statements of Work tasks along with supporting emergent customer requests
• Embodying and reinforcing ISA's culture and mission-focused delivery approach.

Other Duties:

Duties, responsibilities, and activities can change at any time based on project requirements. These changes will be communicated by your supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Clearance Required:

Applicants must have at least an active Secret clearance and be able to obtain a clearance at the TS/SCI level. Preference will be given to those who have an active TS/SCI clearance. Applicants must be able to submit documentation establishing U.S. Person status upon hiring. All ISA employees are required to uphold and maintain trustworthiness and suitability requirements of the U.S. federal government.

Experience Required:

We are currently hiring Network Engineers levels 1 through SME.

Experience should include but is not limited to working knowledge of:

• Network design and implementation, including routers, switches, firewalls, session controllers, servers, and load balancers.
• Network security protocols and best practices, such as firewalls, intrusion detection, and vulnerability management.
• Network protocols and technologies such as TC/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and VLANs.
• Routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF.
• Ability to research, document, edit, and maintain technical information for network systems documentation.
• Data Science, Business Analysis, Intelligence Analysis, or Consulting
• Ability to conduct technical trade studies, collect and analyze data, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ability to analyze customer capabilities and develop requirements.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Required). Master's degree in engineering or related field preferred.

Certification:

No certifications required.

Compensation:

At ISA, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include 401(k) matching, PTO, paid Federal holidays, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, FSA/HSA options, professional development opportunities, and work-life programs. Our annual review program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in ISA's full benefit program. Part-time employees that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting https://www.isallc.net/isahrdownloads.

Salary at ISA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The salary range for this position varies dependent on years of experience, relevant certifications and education. Salary is just one component of ISA's total compensation package for employees.

Starting Salary Ranges:

• Network Engineer: $89,961.00+
• Network Engineer SME: $175,177.00+

EEO statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.