Network Engineer III

Network Engineer IIIGoldbelt Nighthawk, LLC is looking for a Network Engineer III. This position will support the BIA Information Technology Support Services contract, working alongside other Network Engineers. To support the contract, at least one Network Engineer shall be on call 24x7x365. Preference will be given to Alaska Native and/or American Indian applicants.ResponsibilitiesEssential Job Functions:Develop system specifications, architecture designs, integration, and test plansDevelop risk management and mitigation strategyPlans, designs, and evaluates new and existing computer network systems and services, including local area networks, wide area networks, intranets, and the Internet, providing analytical, technical, and administrative supportPlans, oversees, develops, and implements network policies and procedures and ensures network integrity as maintenance and modification projects to existing applications are undertakenEvaluates new products, performs network problem resolution, and assists in the development and documentation of technical standards and interface applicationsMonitors protocol compatibility, performs system tuning, and makes recommendations for improvementResponsible for designing, installing, and troubleshooting network systems (including wireless) to meet the functional objectives of the businessInvolved with the configuration and maintenance of physical and logical network componentsPerforms capacity and resource planning, assessing network risks and contingency planning.Perform other duties as assignedQualificationsNecessary Skills and Knowledge:Expert knowledge and experience as a Network EngineerDemonstrated substantial experience with state of the art routing protocols, VLAN configurations, network design, wireless network design and implementation, troubleshooting network performance issues in a large scale and complex network environment, and applying current industry standards and best practices for large scale networks in design, problem resolution, capacity planning, and proactive methodologies to prevent LAN/WAN performance issues, as well as proven network documentation practicesExcellent time management, analytical skills, attention to detail and technical writing proficiencyMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related discipline or 6 years' work-related experienceMinimum six (6) of more years of relevant work experienceAble to obtain a success background check by BIA Security for the Public Trust, Level 6C clearanceMust be a US citizenPreferred Qualifications:Professional certification in Cisco, VMware, and/or ITIL is desiredThis position includes hiring preference for Alaska Native and American Indian applicantsPay and BenefitsThe salary range for this position is $110,000.00 to $115,000.00 annually. At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.