Senior Network Engineer *Clearance, CCNA Or CCNP Required*

TEKsystems - Montgomery, AL

Full-time - Senior

Montgomery, AL

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Network Engineer will serve as a Router Team Operator for the 26th NOS, focusing on overseeing network security operations, troubleshooting network issues, and ensuring optimal performance of WAN circuits. This role requires a strong technical background in network engineering, particularly with Cisco routers and various protocols, as well as the ability to manage tasks independently and collaborate with team members.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Router Team Operator for the 26th NOS.
• Oversee intrusion detection, intrusion prevention, boundary protection, and vulnerability assessment operations to defend the Air Force Network (AFNet).
• Investigate and rectify malfunctions in network hardware and other systems to ensure service continuity.
• Meticulously monitor and manage all WAN circuits, ensuring optimal performance.
• Respond promptly to remote assistance requests from colleagues and service partners, providing expert technical support.
• Create and maintain comprehensive network support and implementation handover documentation for the Helpdesk.
• Manage assigned tasks and projects independently, ensuring timely completion and adherence to deadlines.
• Provide backup support to other team members as needed, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Undertake any other assignments or duties as directed by management, demonstrating adaptability and versatility.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues across multiple devices to include routers, switches, firewalls, and management systems.
• Understand and implement disaster recovery procedures.
• Experience interpreting, implementing, and assessing DISA STIGs.
• Participate in the implementation of agreed upon solutions and strategies.
• Troubleshoot technology issues, using various internal and external resources.
• Generate innovative approaches and solutions to recurring tasks or problems.
• Document technical problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks and projects.
• Participate in testing and evaluation of new technologies to ensure compatibility and functionality.

Requirements

• Expert level experience in network engineering.
• Proficiency with Cisco routers and protocols such as BGP and OSPF.
• CCNP certification required (Routing and Switching, ENARSI, ENSDWI, or ENSLD).
• IAT II certification (Security +) required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
• Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance for employees and dependents
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation or Sick Leave