Network Engineer

About the role

Agile Defense is looking for a talented Network Engineer to establish and maintain the enterprise infrastructure by updating and tuning the network, directing hardware installations, and executing test procedures to create baselines and performance thresholds. The role identifies and troubleshoots difficult or unusual environment problems using network monitoring tools and implements solutions to ensure maximum performance. In support of the agency's datacenter modernization initiative, the engineer also provides technical expertise for AWS environments, including assisting with the lift and shift migration of on-premises network systems to AWS, validating cloud network architectures, and supporting hybrid connectivity. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Senior network engineer who is part of a shift supporting team to install and monitor varies Cisco telecommunication devices and provide engineering and data center management support: - Demonstrates very strong Cisco analytical skills to identify, troubleshoot, and solve network related business requirements, needs, and ongoing production incidents across onprem and AWS connected environments - Identifies as an escalated point of contact when working with Cisco telecommunication equipment and hybrid network connectivity supporting AWS workloads - Requires technical knowledge to deploy new and troubleshoot existing Ethernet and fiber cable runs, perform data center hardware rack installations, update and maintain rack elevation diagrams, and lead new hardware/software deployments, technical refreshes, and upgrades including systems participating in the AWS lift and shift migration - Performs NXOS and IOS patch management upgrades on all Cisco telecommunication equipment and validates interoperability with AWS networking components such as VPCs, Direct Connect, and Transit Gateway - Develops and documents high level system engineering designs, scope requirements, test cases, standard operating procedures, and implementation plans for both onprem and AWS integrated network architectures - Ability to present technical proof of concepts and demos to coworkers, management staff, and the customer including cloud networking designs and AWS migration approaches - Available and flexible for production incident troubleshooting and provides support for normally scheduled afterhours or weekend maintenance activities for onprem and AWS connected systems - Provides training and guidance to junior network and datacenter engineers on hybrid cloud networking fundamentals and AWS connectivity best practices - Manages the priorities of the customer's requests and incidents using a proprietary ticketing system while documenting AWS related tasks and cloud migration activities

Requirements

• Required Certifications
• Preferred technical certifications: CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Data Center, CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, CCIE Data Center AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional, AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty
• Education, Background, and Years of Experience:
• Bachelor of Science in the field of information technology
• ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
• Required Skills:
• Eight (8) years of strong hands-on experience implementing and troubleshooting Cisco switches (i.e., 9300, 5300, 3850, 2960, Nexus 2k, 5k, and 7k series) and validating interoperability with AWS networking components such as VPCs, Direct Connect, and Transit Gateway
• Five (5) years of experience configuring, administering, and maintaining netw

Additional Information

About Agile Defense At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. Requisition #: 1470 Job Title: Network Engineer Job Title for Careers Page: Network Engineer Location: Suitland, MD Clearance Level: Public Trust

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