Network Engineer

DescriptionAltamira Technologies has a long and successful history providing innovative solutions throughout the U.S. National Security community. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Altamira serves the defense, intelligence and homeland security communities worldwide by focusing on creating innovative solutions leveraging common standards in architecture, data and security. Altamira believes that our people and the culture of our company differentiate us from other companies. Position Location: McLean, VAPosition: Network EngineerPosition Description:We are seeking a Network Engineer responsible for configuration, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a critical operational network. Provides an engineering resource to support data communications and related applications requirements. Provides administrative support of installed systems/networks. Responsible for planning and implementing the necessary hardware, software and telecommunications equipment to maintain and/or enhance the organization’s networks. Evaluates vendor products and recommends purchases. Recommends and implements network policies and procedures and ensures adherence to security procedures.Responsibilities:Assist in installations, configurations, upgrades, and maintenance of network equipment (switches, firewalls, and load balancers)Monitor network performance and troubleshootingDocument network configurations and diagramsProvide technical support to system operatorsAssist in implementing STIG complianceDesired Knowledge and Skills:TCP/IP ModelRoutingSwitchingMulti-chassis groups - Multi-Link Aggregation Domain or Switch Aggregation GroupsLink Aggregation Control Protocol 802.3adVLANs and VLAN Trunking, (802.1q & 802.3ac)Network Time Protocol TroubleshootingAccess Control ListsFirewallsSecurity ZoneSecurity PoliciesNetwork Address TranslationTroubleshootingLoad BalancingVirtual ServersServer PoolHealth ChecksEducation and Experience: Must currently possess a TS/SCI w/CI polygraph.Minimum of Bachelors Degree + 4 years of related experience (Additional experience can be substituted in lieu of degree)The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000 to $220,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the scope of the position, relevant experience, education, certifications, internal equity, customer contractual requirements, security clearance requirements, and other legitimate business considerations.Altamira is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We focus on recruiting talented, self-motivated employees that find a way to get things done. Join our team of experts as we engineer national security!