Cisco Network Engineer (Information Technologist IV)

The Cisco Network Engineer (Information Technologist IV) is part of a dynamic team that delivers Information Technology, Digital Trainer and Logistics, which includes private networks used to conduct training and training support for our DoD Customer. The successful candidate shall provide configuration, installation, commission, operation, and troubleshooting of private networks, which are used to conduct training and overall training support for the training mission. These private networks are comprised of a CISCO core switch, CISCO node switches, and CISCO distribution switches. Job Responsibilities Provide support for day-to-day operation, installation, configuration, and administration of the networking environments. Provide routing, switching, troubleshooting and support to include Cisco Switch configurations, changes, OS upgrades, cabling, and fiber interconnect. Conduct periodic inventories, daily maintenance and will document all actions taken. Configure network hardware and software prior to installation. Update all newly provisioned circuits, devices, and software documentation in compliance with configuration management guidelines. Responsible for network cabling installation and modification. Provide support for network security, firewalls, routers and the creation and maintenance of VLANs and switching protocols. Create new network design and ability to assess the network requirements and suggest recommendations based on the requirements to the COR. Create backup strategies for the data and recovery plan for the network. Perform network analysis, planning, and testing as needed. Physically move switches and related networking devices/equipment to their designated locations. Move objects that are directly in the path of data connections used for customer computers, classrooms, office spaces, or in data communications closets. Lifecycle replacement of network switches and equipment will include disassembling equipment, testing connectivity, backing up network configurations, physically moving and reconfiguring equipment. Build/rebuild network racks, and server room shelving within server rooms and communications closets, or areas where networking equipment reside. Maintain the commercial (non NIPR) network, including setting up, installing, or removing cabling, ensuring network infrastructure connectivity. Qualifications Clearance: Active Secret (must be US Citizen) Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field of study, or five (5) years related experience for the CISCO Network Engineer position. Appropriate Computing Environment (CE) certification for the operating system(s) and/or security related tools/devices supported. CE certification shall be in IAW DoD directive 8570.01-M (Security +). Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification is required along with Information Assurance Training, Certification, and Workforce Management. Hands‑on experience configuring and troubleshooting medium size CISCO networks and other vendor switches and switching equipment is required. Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short Term & Long-Term Disability 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition and Professional Development Assistance Parking/Travel Reimbursement (metropolitan areas) #J-18808-Ljbffr Agil3 Technology Solutions (A3T)