Synaptek Corporation - Springfield, MO
posted 4 months ago
We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our team supporting our NGA customer in Springfield, VA. This position involves designing, developing, testing, integrating, and deploying solutions for critical requirements. The current solution is at the end of its life stage, necessitating the development and incorporation of new solutions utilizing innovative technologies to meet user requirements effectively. The role requires the design and delivery of an enterprise-level system with a modular, segmented architecture that can support both large-scale and small-scale solutions to meet a broad range of applicable use cases. The Sponsor requires Information Technology (IT) activities to achieve the goal of designing, developing, testing, integrating, and deploying these solutions. A key responsibility includes designing a multi-tenant network architecture with network segmentation that adheres to the Sponsor's information technology security standards. This includes designing networks that enable internet access with managed Points of Presence (PoP) and creating modular and highly configurable networks to leverage novel technological solutions. Additionally, the Network Engineer will build, configure, and maintain network solutions with both a defensive and offensive cybersecurity mindset. This involves incorporating cloud-based technologies such as AWS, Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, and Google to distribute points of presence using distributed systems principles. The role also requires developing and implementing strategies for systems, subsystems, and associated network components with a vision for meeting today's requirements while ensuring future-proofing through modular design. Responsibilities also include designing backup procedures, troubleshooting problems, providing resolutions, and ensuring that system development follows guidelines and industry best practices. The engineer will prepare and deliver program and user-level documentation, communicate and share expertise within and across the Sponsor's organizational boundaries, and work both independently and in small groups.