Network Specialist

Job Overview Network Specialist responsibilities include monitoring network administration and maintenance operations, managing the design evolution of existing operational networks, resolving network incidents to ensure smooth operation, applying advanced consulting skills and technical expertise, developing innovative solutions to complex problems, working independently and supervising team members, and supporting communication systems such as Joint Network Node (JNN), Satellite Transportable Terminal (STT), Regional Hub Node (RHN), Soldier Network Extension (SNE), and Tactical Communications Node (TCN). Qualifications Experience with configuration of commercial IP routers and Ethernet switches Experience with firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), and High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptors (HAIPEs) Experience with cloud technologies, data center networks, Software Defined Networking (SDN), or Network Function Virtualization (NFV) Experience with network modeling and simulation tools such as OPNET or Riverbed Modeler, EXata, and tools for network performance testing, management, and troubleshooting such as Wireshark Knowledge of wireless and SATCOM networks Knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol or Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks and network architectures Knowledge of standard networking protocols for transport, including Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) routing, and network services such as Domain Name Server (DNS), Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), and Network Time Protocol or Precision Time Protocol (NTP/PTP) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or Information Systems Secret clearance (required) Nice to Have Experience with DoD network architectures and technologies Experience with experimentation, prototyping, and piloting Experience assessing customer needs and proposing viable technical solutions Ability to engineer robust communication solutions for stressed environments Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills Certifications such as Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+, or CISSP Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; a Secret clearance is required. Compensation & Benefits Annual salary range: $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). Compensation components include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. The posting will close within 90 days from the posting date. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. #J-18808-Ljbffr