Network Engineer (Network Engineering, Associate)

Summary

The MIL Corporationis seeking a(Network Engineering, Associate)to support a Federal Government client in Patuxent River, MD. The Network Engineer will provide support to the government client and interface with RDT&E and other support organizations. The Network Engineer will apply system engineering and computer networking principles to the development, design and integration of hardware and software systems associated with local, regional and wide area networks and systems that process and route voice, video, data, and imagery information.

This position currently requires an on-site schedule, with 5 days on-site. Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review detailed network designs and network configurations to ensure consistency with the architecture, as well as gain insight into optimizing network architectures based on real-world applications
• Create, update, and maintain system level baseline documentation to include block diagrams, Simple Network Diagrams (SND), Detailed Network Diagrams (DND), and router & switch configuration Templates
• Implement network and operating System Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to secure all aspects of the network. Assist in providing IATT and ATO packages for labenvironments
• Provide network expertise and establish connections on site installations
• Provide engineering expertise and troubleshooting skills to solve problems and restore reliability to the network and associated systems
• Provide inputs to routine weekly meetings, status updates, site calls, and written documentation for procedures, trip reports, and network analysis.
• Work closely with other departments/organizations and collaborate with other IT staff on infrastructure activities.
• Support customer's briefings and design reviews, and work independently in a multi-tasking environment

Travel

15% to 25% to other sites, as needed

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of seven (7) years' experience working independently and/or as part of a Network team to configure, install, support and maintain network hardware and software infrastructure including switches, routers (Cisco, Ruckus/Brocade), firewalls (Juniper), Encryption Devices (KG175x) etc. Monitoring and controlling the performance and status of the network resources, utilizing software and hardware tools, identifying and diagnosing complex problems and factors affecting network performance. Undertake routine preventative measures, maintain and monitor network security and ensure corporate security compliance.
• A Minimum of five (5) years' experience in system administration of LAN/WAN systems, network security, systems maintenance, systems monitoring/reporting, requirements analysis, requirements planning, resource scheduling, configuration management, and documentation management. Strong knowledge of Layer 2 switching.
• Knowledge of basic concepts, terminology, and operations of a wide range of communications media (computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, wireless)
• Ability to develop and write Standard Operating Procedures for technical and non-technical consumers as well as Network Diagrams
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Cisco CCNA Certification or equivalent (e.g. JNCIA, Network +)
• Must be able to move/lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be flexible with work schedule to include occasional weekends

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity DoD DISN network infrastructure
• Cisco CCNP Certification or higher
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio
• Extensive experience with IPSEC, VPN, QoS, Multicast, OCSP, BGP, and L2TP
• Familiarity with Linux - RHEL

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education and/or advanced certification;a Master's degree will be considered in lieu of 2 years of professional experience; a PHD will be considered in lieu of 4 years of professional experience.

Clearance

All applicants for this positionmustpossessa currentTop Secret clearance; please note that the clearance process considers financial background aspects.

Compensation

The MIL Corporation values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your overall well-being. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of benefits to our full-time employees which includes health, life, disability, and retirement plans, as well as paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuitionassistance.Additionalbenefits and incentives may also apply, which will be communicated during the hiring process.

Salary at MIL isdeterminedbased on factors such as qualifications, experience, and contractual limitations. For this position, the projected compensation range is $100,000 - $151,000per year. This estimaterepresentsthe typical salary range and is just one part of MIL's complete compensation package.Learn more on theMIL Careers page.

Why MIL?

The MIL Corporation (MIL) is a dynamic workforce of industry professionals who deliver world-class solutions in cyber, engineering, financial management, and information technology - and we are looking for candidates like you!Whether you're fresh out of college, the military, or well into your professional services career, MIL has great job opportunities that might be a great fit.

Here at MIL, we pride ourselves on the family-like environment instilled amongst our team. Our employees love working here and it truly shows through our various recognitions & awards. Some of our most recent awards include:

• 2021-2024, Top Workplaces USA award (Energage)
• 2017-2023 Top Workplaces Award, Greater Washington Area (The Washington Post)
• 2018-2023 Certified Great Workplace, Great Place to Work
  
  
  
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    • 2021 & 2022, Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services
    • 2021 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials
    • 2018 Fortune, Great Place to Work: Best Place to Work for Diversity
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  
• 2020- 2023, 2017, Top Workplace Award, South Carolina (Greenville Business Magazine, Columbia Business Monthly, and Charleston Business Magazine)
• 2022 Freedom Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense
• 2018, Above & Beyond Award, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Department of Defense

If your goal is to help the federal government deploy leading technologies, improve financial management, or defend the nation in cyberspace, MIL welcomes you. Become a part of something greater, where you, the people, make the difference.

The MIL Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.