Telecommunications Network Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

What you will be doing! Independent Software is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer to perform network engineering services to enable all aspects of network management from network design through implementation, maintenance, sustainment of existing networks, and identification/correction of complex internetwork issues. Performs network engineering services to enable LAN and CAN aspects of a large enterprise network. Matches customer requirements to standard architecture designs and works directly with the service delivery group to implement networking upgrades. Provides Tier-3 support including but not limited to corrective actions, equipment refresh support, modernization efforts, and new network turn ups. Uses networking knowledge to ensure network capacity and availability SLAs are achieved. Interacts with multiple groups such as operations, installation, security, and system engineers to meet contract requirements and SLAs. Day to day activities may include designing, documenting, configuring and troubleshooting network architectures to include: VLANs, OSPF areas, Core, Distribution and Access architecture layers, connectivity to datacenters and end users. Hands on knowledge of VOIP, QOS, OSPF, multicast, VPNs, Firewalls and Ethernet required. Uses network management tools such as MFNA, Solarwinds and Gemx to analyze network characteristics (e.g., traffic connect time, transmission speeds, packet sizes, and throughput), troubleshoot problems and recommends corrective action. Required Certifications: IAT level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M is required (SEC+ CE, CYSA, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CISSP, CASP or CISM) CCNP, or equivalent, certification or higher required. (Both certifications are required for this position) Education and Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity are required. Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional network engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree Clearance Required : Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role. Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

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