Network Engineer Sr

$80,001 - $80,001/Yr

SAIC - Washington, DC

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Washington, DC
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

SAIC is seeking a Network Engineer to support a mature contract with the Department of Transportation (DOT), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Ready Reserve Force (RRF) Management System (RMS) in support of National Defense Initiatives and Requirements. This position requires extensive travel and involves measurable physical exertion when climbing ladders, gangways, or otherwise working within the restricted confines of spaces aboard ships. The candidate will work under very broad supervision in providing Tier I and Tier II support to 15+ large cargo ships throughout the Ready Reserve Fleet Pacific Operating Area. Most work will be aboard large cargo ships in port, with some work potentially required at sea. The chosen individual will be responsible for all aspects of task-level project performance, including technical, contractual, and administrative duties. The individual must be able to operate independently as well as in a team environment, regularly exercising independent judgment and a high level of analytical skill in solving complex technical problems. This role will serve as the government and contract representative for network and end-user support issues on assigned ships and within the assigned region, ensuring quality service to the Ready Reserve Force Fleet. Candidates must be permanent residents of the United States and will be required to undergo a Public Trust background investigation and fingerprinting to gain access to sensitive information. Additionally, candidates will need to obtain a Transportation Worker's Identification Card (TWIC).

Responsibilities

  • Perform day-to-day activities required to manage data services, utilizing a broad set of tools to design, manage, and maintain all aspects of data networking.
  • Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, end user workstations, VPN, QoS).
  • Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations.
  • Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
  • Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning.
  • Provide Level-2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.
  • Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.
  • Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures.
  • Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.
  • Support RMS Nautical Systems Enterprise (NSE) aboard ships and associated shoreside support facilities.
  • Support ship activations/de-activations, training cruises, and sea trials.
  • Participate in ship replication scheduling during sea trials, activations, and training cruises.
  • Support NSE training activities aboard ships and at MARAD offices.
  • Develop and submit Ship/Site Visit Reports for MARAD review.
  • Review technical documentation.
  • Utilize superior time management and personal accountability skills to prioritize and complete multiple independent and simultaneous projects.
  • Proactively track recurring tasks, and provide periodic progress updates as required.

Requirements

  • CompTIA A+ certification.
  • CompTIA Network+ certification.
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator certification.
  • Bachelor's degree and five (5) years or more experience; Master's degree and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of networking essentials.

Nice-to-haves

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate certification.
  • Experience with US Navy, Coast Guard, or Merchant Marine/commercial maritime operations.

Benefits

  • Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000.
  • Ongoing application acceptance with no deadline.
  • No requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters, but customer site vaccination requirements must be followed.
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