Senior Lead Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer Employment Type: Full Time Department: Information Technology CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Network Engineer to join a team focused on evaluating, enhancing, and maintaining a large-scale network project that includes wired and wireless infrastructure and related hardware & software. The project's objectives are to assess the current setup of disparate networks and design and implement a network infrastructure encompassing wireless, wired, and software network requirements. The engineer will consult on necessary hardware and software, conduct system testing, vulnerability assessments, and quality assurance, and interface with state and local governmental personnel, internal stakeholders, subject matter experts, and vendors. Skills and Attributes for Success Operate and manage NPS network infrastructure Improve infrastructure monitoring and reporting capabilities by deploying network management software Develop, maintain, and deliver infrastructure documentation for the NPS environment Review current best practices and provide recommendations for architecture, design, management, and operation of the network infrastructure Administer the Cloudpath onboarding process, monitor and troubleshoot wireless network health, maintain wireless network infrastructure, and implement network security patches and software/firmware updates (0800-1700 PST, Monday–Friday) Assess the NPS network infrastructure and recommend improvements and optimizations Define and conduct testing procedures for new infrastructure projects Implement technology solutions within the NPS network environment Provide design guidance on network solutions within NPS infrastructure projects Provide informal training and knowledge transfer to NPS resources on best practices and theory of operation relating to network products Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Information Systems or a related discipline Strong documentation skills, including updating JIRA tickets, wiki pages, and network diagrams Clear communication with end users, cross‑organizational staff, and technical assistance centers CWNA Certification or equivalent BCNE Certification or equivalent Experience with RF site survey tools such as Ekahau, RF scanners, and Wireshark packet capture software Strong knowledge of Layer2 switching and Layer3 routing protocols, including VLANs, 802.1w, OSPF, and VRRP Strong knowledge of network security, including 802.1x, MAC authentication, ACLs, RADIUS, and certificate authority (CA) Strong knowledge of troubleshooting RF and LAN issues Working knowledge of Linux, MS Server 2013, VMware, etc. Master’s Degree in a related field (preferred) At least 3 years of experience with disaster recovery plan creation, implementation, and testing Experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and vulnerability testing Experience with cyber threat information collection and analysis Working knowledge of Agile/SCUM project management methodologies Additional industry certifications/licenses Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance 401(k) Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter) Paid Time Off and observance of State/Federal holidays Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cgsfederal