Implementations/Activations Network Engineer II

Implementations/Activations Network EngineerOur customer, the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), provides, operates, and assures command and control of the Defense Information System Network (DISN) services to its customers, the department of Defense (DoD) and national security organizations. This position directly supports the DISA-provided capabilities and services.The Leidos Digital Modernization Sector/Global Solutions Management-Operations II (GSMO-II) contract has an opening for an Implementations/Activations Network Engineer at Scott AFB, IL. The Implementations Network Engineer will perform installation oversight, configuration, testing, monitoring, servicing of network equipment and activation of networks for projects supporting the Department of Defense networks.This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance.Responsible for performing the following duties:Perform customer coordination, Initial Test and Acceptance (IT&A), execution of all reporting functions, and complete data input associated with new service activations to ensure they are implemented in accordance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) standardsWork directly with customers, solution architects and vendor SMEs to implement changes and also identify, analyze, and resolve issues.Manage Service Orders, in accordance with Change Management proceduresEnsure Telecommunication Service Orders (TSOs) are in place and accurate for scheduled network additions and changesInitiate network device configurations using configletsAnalyze DISN and databases to validate and implement customer requirementsDesign and implement solutions to highly technical problems through testing, documentation and modification of configurations on network devicesCoordinate and program customer circuit activation with commercial vendors to establish the engineered solution for end-to-end connectivityPerform network monitoring to assess if deployed changes have caused impacts to customer traffic using provided expectations of traffic behavior, lessons learned, and customer reportingUtilize systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software, or system functional requirements in support of customer resources.Engage with the DISA project managers and/or customers to resolve issues with incomplete or unclear requirements.Reach out to stakeholders and facilitate approvals as necessary to ensure continual forward progress of the service request.Basic Qualifications:Proficient knowledge of various network hardware equipment specifications, configuration and testing processes, and industry specifications.Knowledge of configuring, activating, testing, and analyzing network systems.Network engineering, problem management, and performance management experience.Understanding of basic telecommunications and information technology terms and technology.Knowledge of data and voice network design carried over various transmissions systems, router to router connections using military and commercial protocols such as BGP and ISIS, switch-to-switch trunking to include VLANS, and circuit configurations through multiplexers.Experience with network services (BGP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, WAN, VPN, VLAN, VRF, etc.) and network appliances (e.g., routers, load balancers, domain name servers, firewalls).Ability to work in a team environment, but self-driven to complete assignments while continually developing proficiencies in processes.Strong written and verbal communications, team building and collaboration skills.An active Secret security clearance is required.DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).Preferred Qualifications:Prior experience at DISA, or knowledge of DISA systems and processes.Prior experience with SharePoint data entry.Experience performing customer outreach.Experience with DISA Request Fulfillment process and associate documents (TSRs, TSOs, completion reports) and circulars experience.Basic understanding of Department of Defense, its policies, and hierarchy.Basic understanding of DISA organizational structure and how different elements (DITCO, etc.) contribute to fulfilling mission partner TSR requirements.Network certifications: Cisco Certifications (CCNA, CCNP, etc.), Microsoft certifications (MCSE, etc.), security certifications (Security + CE, CISSP, etc.)- ITIL certification.Required Education and Experience:Requires BS degree and 2-4 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience. (Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.)