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Network Engineer - TS/SCI w/ Poly

Job Description

Seeking an experienced network engineer to design and plan Wide Area Network (WAN) systems. The successful individual will be responsible for providing specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. You will establish the next generation networking environment by designing system configurations; directing system installation; defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards. The WAN engineer provides specific, detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements. You will perform lab work as required; configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, QoS) in the lab to validate designs as well as conduct testing of network systems. The candidate engineer maximizes network performance by monitoring performance; troubleshooting network problems and outages; collaborating with network architects on network optimization. Our new WAN engineer works within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure. The engineer also monitors network engineering performance to ensure system availability and reliability. In support of tiered escalation, you will provide Level-3/4 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues and work with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution. The WAN engineer maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, switches, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc., and evaluates and reports on new network technologies to enhance capabilities of the network. A successful candidate will update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The WAN engineer will conduct design, development, testing, and documentation in support of IP/MPLS network engineering solutions, upgrades, and modification of the IP/MPLS network to satisfy services growth and expansion in accordance with organizational objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Network Engineer will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties;

Work both as a member of a large team of engineers distributed across multiple locations and as a representative in cross-functional engineering teams that may span the global enterprise on a temporary-basis for strategic and tactical solution development.

Communicate and collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Plan and coordinate major IP/MPLS network initiatives in accordance and collaboration with the architectural objectives of the organization.

Research, evaluate, and recommend new network equipment and technologies in support of the network.

Provide IP/MPLS network support of new and existing services and features.

Utilize monitoring, performance analysis, network management techniques, software and hardware equipment to trouble shoot and isolate escalated issues, outages and network enhancement efforts. Troubleshoot IP/MPLS network problems quickly and help provide sound engineering solutions by maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the existing IP/MPLS Network architecture, topology, and configuration details. 

Support engineering level escalations for all operational outages in IP/MPLS network.

Provide internal consulting, technical guidance, information and support to company management and departmental clients.

Develop and execute contingency plans for network software and hardware upgrades.

Analyze current products and recommends changes/upgrades to management.

Keep abreast of relevant technologies and maintain selected technical certifications.

Document engineering solutions in accordance to in-house standards including but not limiting to the following documents: Detailed Engineering Requirements, Detailed Reference Design, and deliver detailed Integration Test Plan documents.
Conduct quality, comprehensive LAB tests to prove viability of proposed engineering solutions

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate should have the following minimum knowledge;

In depth understanding of IP networking including routing protocols (BGP and optionally OSPF, IS-IS) 
Working knowledge of network security / Firewalls .
Working knowledge of Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.

A current TS/SCI clearance with poly is required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

CCIE/JNCIE or equivalent demonstrated experience; other certifications will be considered

Working knowledge of IP/MPLS network QoS technology (RSVP, Queuing, and Traffic Policing)

Experience with Exfo, Spirent, and/or other WAN test equipment

Familiarity with scripting and automation preferred; Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO), Ansible, or similar

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

This position typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent and 7 years of relevant experience are required, but for this position a Bachelor's Degree in IT related subject and 8 years experience; a Doctorate with 4 years; a Masters with 6 years; or an Associates with 10 years is acceptable.

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Job Location

US-Fairfax-VA-VIRGINIA SUBURBAN


 

CACI employs a diverse range of talent to create an environment that fuels innovation and fosters continuous improvement and success. At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security missions and government transformation for Intelligence, Defense, and Federal Civilian customers. CACI is proud to provide dynamic careers for employees worldwide. CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.





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