Senior Cloud Network Engineer

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Transform technology into opportunity as a Cloud Network Engineer with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cloud Network Engineer you will evaluate, design, document, install, implement, test, and perform problem isolation and resolution, monitor, tune and sets standards for all aspects of Networking. Maintain a complex range of computer network components and systems both on premise and cloud based. Plans and coordinates computer network initiatives. Researches, evaluates and recommends new computer network equipment and technologies. Design solutions to operational problems within the capacity and operational limitations of installed equipment. Provide internal consulting, technical guidance, information and support to application developers, computer operations, workstation support, company management and departmental clients. Works with other Special Operations network professionals as directed to coordinate efforts, resolve cross-team issues and communicate changes.

HOW A NETWORK ENGINEER SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to complex problems

• Performs maintenance and upgrade of networks including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and networks

• Maintains network integrity and connectivity while ensuring compliance with policies and maintains system backup and recovery capability

• Coordinates the acquisition of hardware and software as well as subcontractor services as needed

• Creates plans and configures systems for data communication networks

• Designs and builds hardware and software components for computer or telecommunications networks

• Evaluates new communications technologies to enhance capabilities of the network

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of related experience

• CCNA or equivalent experience required, CCNP preferred

Security Clearance Level:

• TS/SCI

Required Skills and Abilities:

• AWS or Azure Cloud certifications preferred

• AWS or Azure Cloud experience required

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II required

• ITIL v4 Foundation certification preferred

• Experience configuring and troubleshooting IPSec VPNs

• Expert level knowledge of the OSI model, common network protocols, TCP/UDP ports, and common network troubleshooting tools (tcpdump, wireshark, etc)

• Ability to troubleshoot multi-vendor network issues in the WAN and work with multiple teams to identify bottlenecks and other network configuration issues

• Has full technical knowledge of all phases of network operations.

• Must be able to evaluate network performance and interact with users to solve complex networking problems

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through

• May be required to provide clear written documentation on network procedures and diagrams

• Must be able to effectively interact with staff from other sections on complex client/server problems

• Must closely follow network protocols and methodology

• Military experience preferred

Location:

• On Customer Site

Citizenship Required:

• US Citizenship

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission

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Work Requirements

Years of Experience

5 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required