Network Engineer

Security Systems Network EngineerWe are seeking a Security Systems Network Engineer to join our federal team primarily supporting the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA area.At Johnson Controls, we support our nation's most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 plus bonus. Negotiable based on experience Bonus Eligible: Yes Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks in total)As a Security Systems Network Engineer, you will:Perform hardware engineering, software engineering and network level commissioning for Federal Security ProjectsDevelopment, engineering, and maintaining monitoring tools, VPN, RSA, and network security solutionsResponsible for engineering, developing, and maintaining LAN, VPN, VTC, and network security solutions in support of end-user computing needs as well as server hosting for a variety of applications and services.Configuration and management of alerting and monitoring equipment (primarily with Cisco)Configure and implement new VLANs, BVI, port channels, and other advanced network componentsUpdate diagrams and inventory information to support of maintenance and service teams at project sitesDesigns, estimates, and configures technically functional security systems, including large security head end systems. Creates drawing packages (technical data packages), sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts and electrical requirementsCoordinates and creates of necessary drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installationAssists in the loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers as required. Assists in validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoots problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operationProvides field change information to the project team for the creation of as-built drawings and softwareSelects controllers, end devices, and other materials to meet project specification, and minimize the total cost of installation to ensure that the project cost comes in below estimate for assigned projectsEnsures maximum reuse of proven designs and programsKeeps management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issuesAssists in performing site-specific training for owner / operator on the total building control solutionParticipates in customer meetings with project team. Performs value engineering to provide cost effective results while maintaining customer satisfactionAdheres to safety standards. High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safetyRequired Qualifications:Experience with Network Engineering using Cisco products, preferably in support of large networksCisco routing and switching design and configuration experienceExperience designing, implementing, administering, and troubleshooting VPN solutions, preferably with Cisco based systemsDemonstrated proficiency and experience working with commercial and/or industrial Electronic Security Systems (access controls, intrusion detection systems, CCTV/camera systems, etc), preferably with programming, configurations, and integrations. 5+ years experience preferredProficiency and experience working with pre-sales engineering support (cost estimating, sales support, performing pre-design site surveys, designing control system, shop drawing submittals, generating product literature submittals, design packages and submittals, etc)Advanced computer skills, particularly with computer-related drafting toolsAbility to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances for projects being supported (background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit checks). Active Department of Defense Secret (or higher) clearance preferredPreferred Qualifications:Network strategic planning, solutions design, capacity planning, and oversight of large-scale multi-vendor networkDemonstrated knowledge of a wide variety of Security Alarm building automation systems and other building subsystems. Proficiency with Genetech, Milestone, Lenel, and/or Softwarehouse C-cure 9000 strongly preferredPreferred Education:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or an Associate's Degree in a related technical fieldCCNA or CCNP certification or higherJohnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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