DoD Network Engineering & Operations

Description Core Tasks: • Configure and optimize network switches, routers and firewalls. • Configure Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) • Manage application layer filtering on NextGen Firewalls. • Configure and troubleshoot virtual networking, vlans, and virtual routing and forwarding (VRFs). • Develop and implement network backup and recovery procedures. • Diagnose network connectivity problems. • Install and maintain network infrastructure device operating system software. • Monitor network capacity and performance. • mitigate network vulnerabilities to ensure information is safeguarded against outside parties. • Test and maintain network infrastructure including software and hardware devices. • Configure and manage a VMware Cluster to support multiple tenant systems. Requirements: • MS in STEM AND 10 years’ experience, OR BS degree in STEM AND 12 years’ experience, OR HS and 15 years’ experience as a Network Engineer • Experience with Cisco IOS and PAN-OS • Experience with VMware/ESXi • Experience with Switch VLAN setup • Experience with VMware virtual NIC config for isolation • Ability to demonstrate cyber/IT related experience with attention to detail, customer service, oral and written communication, and problem solving. • TS/SCI Full scope polygraph, current CI must be under 6 yrs • Active DoD IAT Level III certification (e.g. CISSP, CCSP, GCIH, GCED, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA) • Active Cisco certification Preferred: • Understanding of project design within the scope of security (RMF) requirements