Senior Network Engineer

Summary The Senior Network Engineer performs network engineering tasks to design, implement, and test Internet Protocol (IP) network solutions for LAN and WAN environments. Responsibilities Field incoming help requests from end users via both telephone and e-mail in a courteous manner. Interact with multiple DoD programs, engineers, and application developers to design and implement solutions for IT and video related system architectures. Test and evaluate new products which satisfy customer requirements. Investigate new technology or approaches that improve system performance or reduce system costs. Develop engineering plans and work breakdown structures. Provide technical expertise on the integration of IT systems. Develop network requirements, specification preparation, test plans, deployment, and upgrade plans. Participate in the analysis, design, and test of new IP based equipment and configurations for new or existing networks. Propose upgrades to existing network architectures and configurations. Perform integration testing. Participate in management of network configurations. Conduct Tier III Operations and Maintenance support to identify severity of problems, determine corrective action, resolve technical problems, perform fault isolation, and implement solutions. Remain current on LAN and WAN network product developments and improvements. Develop and execute test procedures for various network projects. Develop and deploy network traffic reporting tools. Proactively evaluate network performance and utilization trends. Troubleshoot and analyze network issues, failures, and congestion. Respond to system problems on a 24 x 7 basis and take part in on-call rotation. Perform packet level analysis with network protocol analyzer software tools. Manage effective inventory control of property and monitor system warrantee and support service programs to ensure maximum system uptime and availability. Other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or GED required 4+ years of related experience CompTIA Security+ or government approved equivalent Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or government approved equivalent Current/valid US driver’s license Background check required and must have the ability to obtain a secret clearance The position requires a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must be well organized, an effective communicator at multiple levels, and able to grasp system concepts and communicate their applications. Must be capable of quickly learning new systems and associated software applications for proficient execution of tasks. Ability to manage multiple projects with time related constraints in a fast- paced contract manufacturing environment. Speak effectively before groups of internal and/or external customers or employees. High level of integrity and accountability.
Chenega Applied Solutions, LLC