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Network Engineer
SMS is seeking a Network Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting the NCC mission at Maxwell/Gunter Annex in Montgomery, AL. SMS supports business and mission goals with proficiency, quality, and integrity. SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions for more than 45 years. Responsibilities
Will complete tasks assigned by Senior Network Engineer. Under general supervision will install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), Intranet and Internet, and other data communications systems or a segment of a network system; maintain network hardware and software; monitors network to ensure network availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability; provides support to projects that involve networks; and provides support in the translation of business requirements into telecommunications (e.g., LAN, MAN, WAN, Voice, and Video) requirements, designs, and orders. The Network Engineer shall: Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Agency Internet Network (AIN), Intranet and Internet, and other data communications systems or a segment of a network system. Maintain network hardware and software; monitors network to ensure network availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability. Provide support to projects that involve networks; and provides support in the translation of business requirements into telecommunications (e.g., LAN, MAN, WAN, Voice) requirements, designs, and orders. Develop LAN/WAN network designs to accommodate a data center migration. Troubleshoot complex network issues such as performance analysis, protocol problems, hardware failures and WAN/LAN connectivity issues. Participate in the implementation of agreed upon solutions and strategies. Troubleshoot technology issues, using various internal and external resources. Generate innovative approaches and solutions to recurring tasks or problems. Document technical problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks and projects. Participate in testing and evaluation of new technologies to ensure compatibility and functionality. Follow policies and procedures for change and incident management. Qualifications
Three to five years of progressively responsible network engineering hands-on experience with Cisco platforms. Candidates should have technical experience in all of the following areas: Cisco, LAN/WAN, VoIP, TCP/IP protocol, routing/switching configurations and firewall technologies. Demonstrated knowledge and hands on experience with LAN/WAN setup, TCP/IP protocol, routing/switching configurations and firewall technologies. Experience with Cisco routing/switching platforms and IOS. Experience with network topologies such as Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, GbE VLAN, and SONET. Experience in implementing converged networks to include VoIP, VTC and QoS methods. Demonstrated knowledge with content switching and load balancers. VoIP component configuration and deployment experience is a plus. Knowledge of systems and enterprise storage technologies. Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work independently as required. Candidate must have or be able to obtain a Security + CE certification prior to start. Active DoD Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain an interim clearance. SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
SMS is seeking a Network Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting the NCC mission at Maxwell/Gunter Annex in Montgomery, AL. SMS supports business and mission goals with proficiency, quality, and integrity. SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions for more than 45 years. Responsibilities
Will complete tasks assigned by Senior Network Engineer. Under general supervision will install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), Intranet and Internet, and other data communications systems or a segment of a network system; maintain network hardware and software; monitors network to ensure network availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability; provides support to projects that involve networks; and provides support in the translation of business requirements into telecommunications (e.g., LAN, MAN, WAN, Voice, and Video) requirements, designs, and orders. The Network Engineer shall: Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Agency Internet Network (AIN), Intranet and Internet, and other data communications systems or a segment of a network system. Maintain network hardware and software; monitors network to ensure network availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability. Provide support to projects that involve networks; and provides support in the translation of business requirements into telecommunications (e.g., LAN, MAN, WAN, Voice) requirements, designs, and orders. Develop LAN/WAN network designs to accommodate a data center migration. Troubleshoot complex network issues such as performance analysis, protocol problems, hardware failures and WAN/LAN connectivity issues. Participate in the implementation of agreed upon solutions and strategies. Troubleshoot technology issues, using various internal and external resources. Generate innovative approaches and solutions to recurring tasks or problems. Document technical problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks and projects. Participate in testing and evaluation of new technologies to ensure compatibility and functionality. Follow policies and procedures for change and incident management. Qualifications
Three to five years of progressively responsible network engineering hands-on experience with Cisco platforms. Candidates should have technical experience in all of the following areas: Cisco, LAN/WAN, VoIP, TCP/IP protocol, routing/switching configurations and firewall technologies. Demonstrated knowledge and hands on experience with LAN/WAN setup, TCP/IP protocol, routing/switching configurations and firewall technologies. Experience with Cisco routing/switching platforms and IOS. Experience with network topologies such as Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, GbE VLAN, and SONET. Experience in implementing converged networks to include VoIP, VTC and QoS methods. Demonstrated knowledge with content switching and load balancers. VoIP component configuration and deployment experience is a plus. Knowledge of systems and enterprise storage technologies. Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work independently as required. Candidate must have or be able to obtain a Security + CE certification prior to start. Active DoD Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain an interim clearance. SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.