Network Engineer
USSOCOM's mission is to Provide fully capable Special Operations Forces (SOF) to defend the United States and its interests and synchronize planning for global operations against terrorist networks.
As a member of our team, you will partner with SOF military and civilian members to directly support this mission by providing world-class Information Technology services and support that connect over 60,000 users around the world.
The Network Engineer (NE) performs tier three transport support in accordance with the SOCOM Information Enterprise (SIE) Operational Order (OPORD).
In addition to in-depth technical knowledge of the Government's transport system (hardware and software), the NE must be detail oriented and have advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills.
The NE tests and analyzes elements of network facilities, including power, software, security features, communications devices, communications lines, modems and terminals.
The NE is responsible for the overall integration of the enterprise network as well as planning, modeling, simulation, design, installation, maintenance, management and coordination of the network.
The NE monitors and controls the performance and status of network resources by using software and hardware tools, as well as by identifying and diagnosing complex problems and factors affecting network performance.
The NE keeps his or her technical skills updated and studies vendor products to determine those which best meet the Government's needs.
The NE provides guidance and direction for junior network support technicians Candidate must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (2013/2016)Typical DutiesoProviding On-Call or after hours support to provide expert recommendations for troubleshooting issuesoEngineering enterprise data, voice and video networksoEstablishing and operating network test facilitiesoMaintaining a secure transfer of data to multiple locations via internal and external networksoWorking with vendors, the Government, carriers and technical staff on network implementation, optimization and ongoing managementoProviding high-level support and technical expertise in networking technology, including LAN/WAN hardware, switches, bridges and routersoEnsure proactive engagement in Incident Management process, working with cross-functional teams to minimize the impact of network service outagesoBuild operational Operations and Maintenance (O&M) checklists to maintain the service (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly O&M checklists); build Tactics, Techniques and Processes (TTPs) and Standard Operating Processes (SOPs) associated with service checklistsoGenerating various reports as neededoTesting and documenting network configurations and performanceoManaging and validating network security configurationsoReviewing network standards and trends to identify and recommend operational improvementsoBriefing senior leaders on network status, issues, and recommendationsoMentoring and leading junior network personnelClearance Required:
TS/SCIAssociate of Science degree in Information Technology, IT Security, Network Systems Technology or related field or equivalent experience plus eight(8)years of directly related experience or any equivalent combination of education, experience, training and certifications.
Required Certification:
Employment is contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining required certificationsoCCNP Routing and SwitchingoDOD 8570 IAT Level II or higher Preferred
Qualifications:
Preferred Education:
Associates or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an IT-related field.
Recommended Skills Cisco Certified Network Professional Coaching And Mentoring Communication Computer Security Coordinating Electrical Switchgear Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
As a member of our team, you will partner with SOF military and civilian members to directly support this mission by providing world-class Information Technology services and support that connect over 60,000 users around the world.
The Network Engineer (NE) performs tier three transport support in accordance with the SOCOM Information Enterprise (SIE) Operational Order (OPORD).
In addition to in-depth technical knowledge of the Government's transport system (hardware and software), the NE must be detail oriented and have advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills.
The NE tests and analyzes elements of network facilities, including power, software, security features, communications devices, communications lines, modems and terminals.
The NE is responsible for the overall integration of the enterprise network as well as planning, modeling, simulation, design, installation, maintenance, management and coordination of the network.
The NE monitors and controls the performance and status of network resources by using software and hardware tools, as well as by identifying and diagnosing complex problems and factors affecting network performance.
The NE keeps his or her technical skills updated and studies vendor products to determine those which best meet the Government's needs.
The NE provides guidance and direction for junior network support technicians Candidate must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (2013/2016)Typical DutiesoProviding On-Call or after hours support to provide expert recommendations for troubleshooting issuesoEngineering enterprise data, voice and video networksoEstablishing and operating network test facilitiesoMaintaining a secure transfer of data to multiple locations via internal and external networksoWorking with vendors, the Government, carriers and technical staff on network implementation, optimization and ongoing managementoProviding high-level support and technical expertise in networking technology, including LAN/WAN hardware, switches, bridges and routersoEnsure proactive engagement in Incident Management process, working with cross-functional teams to minimize the impact of network service outagesoBuild operational Operations and Maintenance (O&M) checklists to maintain the service (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly O&M checklists); build Tactics, Techniques and Processes (TTPs) and Standard Operating Processes (SOPs) associated with service checklistsoGenerating various reports as neededoTesting and documenting network configurations and performanceoManaging and validating network security configurationsoReviewing network standards and trends to identify and recommend operational improvementsoBriefing senior leaders on network status, issues, and recommendationsoMentoring and leading junior network personnelClearance Required:
TS/SCIAssociate of Science degree in Information Technology, IT Security, Network Systems Technology or related field or equivalent experience plus eight(8)years of directly related experience or any equivalent combination of education, experience, training and certifications.
Required Certification:
Employment is contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining required certificationsoCCNP Routing and SwitchingoDOD 8570 IAT Level II or higher Preferred
Qualifications:
Preferred Education:
Associates or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an IT-related field.
Recommended Skills Cisco Certified Network Professional Coaching And Mentoring Communication Computer Security Coordinating Electrical Switchgear Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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