Avid Technology Professionals
Network Engineer
Avid Technology Professionals, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Collaborating with Agile Scrum tams as a key contributor responsible for the implementation of advanced network communications and cybersecurity capabilities, including the selection of hardware and software and the design of infrastructure services required to enable the cybersecurity capabilities.Maintaining current knowledge of hardware and software applications.Work with engineering to developing high quality technical documentation, including user guides, test plans, and contract deliverable items and supporting product line training.Backup and restore network device configuration.Break fix actions/O&MUpgrading network equipmentProcess Port Open Requests Implement required firewall policiesSustainment of networking architectureSome installation work. Cable/equipment rackMonitors the status of the network and responds to issues/tickets requests that occur using network monitoring and performance tools
MANDATORY SKILLS: U.S. CitizenshipMust have an active/current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.Must be able to obtain DHS SuitabilityMust be able to work first shift scheduleMust be able to travel domesticallyMust be able to support on-site work (Position is hybrid, with a minimum of 20% on-site work requirement)6 + years of professional networking experienceTCP/IP networking, VPN encryption, firewalls, and SNMP-based network management experienceIn depth knowledge and advanced troubleshooting experience in regard to Layer 2 functionality and protocol in a Cisco/Juniper environmentExperience with troubleshooting and implementing Layer 3 routing protocols over a multi-site environment in a Cisco/Juniper environmentMust have strong knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting IPSEC VPN and firewall architectureMust have a strong knowledge of LAN/WAN protocolsBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering or a related discipline is required. A Masters degree in a related discipline may substitute for two (2) years of experience. A PhD may substitute for four (4) years of experience. Eight (8) years of experience (for a total of fourteen (14) or more years) may be substituted for a degree.Desired Certifications:Infrastructure-related certification preferred such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-Junos), Juniper Networks Certified Specialist Security (JNCIS-SEC)Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification
OPTIONAL SKILLS: Experience with BGP and OSPF routing protocolsExperience using network monitoring and automation tools for troubleshooting and task simplificationTechnical understanding of cybersecurity attack techniques and associated mitigation techniquesExperience troubleshooting and implementing VPN technologiesExperience implementing firewall base policies using Juniper firewallsFamiliarity with AWS and/or Azure networking and connectivity to on-prem environments
About Avid Technology Professionals
Avid Technology Professionals, LLC (ATP) is a premiere provider of software and systems engineering, and acquisition program management services for the community. ATP is actively seeking to pursue contract opportunities with other departments and agencies in the federal government, in state governments, and in the commercial sectors. Delivered by seasoned experts in the IT field, ATP solutions adeptly address the IT concerns manifesting in both the federal and commercial sectors.
Employee BenefitsThe ATP Employee Benefits package includes:
A Supportive and Equitable Working Environment that is both Stimulating and ChallengingCompetitive Hourly SalaryUnique Employee Success Sharing Program that allows ATP employees to Share in Company's SuccessesAutomatic Approved Overtime (as long as contract permits)Retirement Pay (401K); 100% company paid, immediately vested with Profit-Sharing ComponentCompany Medical Coverage Plans - HMO, Open Access, PPO plansCompany Dental Plan - widely accepted, comprehensive, and flexibleProgressive Overtime PolicyFlexible Spending Account benefitLucrative Referral Bonus PolicyHoliday Scheduling that Coincides with Government HolidaysRobust Professional Expenses & Training ProgramComputer AllowanceInternet AllowanceShort and Long Term DisabilityLife Insurance
MANDATORY SKILLS: U.S. CitizenshipMust have an active/current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.Must be able to obtain DHS SuitabilityMust be able to work first shift scheduleMust be able to travel domesticallyMust be able to support on-site work (Position is hybrid, with a minimum of 20% on-site work requirement)6 + years of professional networking experienceTCP/IP networking, VPN encryption, firewalls, and SNMP-based network management experienceIn depth knowledge and advanced troubleshooting experience in regard to Layer 2 functionality and protocol in a Cisco/Juniper environmentExperience with troubleshooting and implementing Layer 3 routing protocols over a multi-site environment in a Cisco/Juniper environmentMust have strong knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting IPSEC VPN and firewall architectureMust have a strong knowledge of LAN/WAN protocolsBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering or a related discipline is required. A Masters degree in a related discipline may substitute for two (2) years of experience. A PhD may substitute for four (4) years of experience. Eight (8) years of experience (for a total of fourteen (14) or more years) may be substituted for a degree.Desired Certifications:Infrastructure-related certification preferred such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-Junos), Juniper Networks Certified Specialist Security (JNCIS-SEC)Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification
OPTIONAL SKILLS: Experience with BGP and OSPF routing protocolsExperience using network monitoring and automation tools for troubleshooting and task simplificationTechnical understanding of cybersecurity attack techniques and associated mitigation techniquesExperience troubleshooting and implementing VPN technologiesExperience implementing firewall base policies using Juniper firewallsFamiliarity with AWS and/or Azure networking and connectivity to on-prem environments
About Avid Technology Professionals
Avid Technology Professionals, LLC (ATP) is a premiere provider of software and systems engineering, and acquisition program management services for the community. ATP is actively seeking to pursue contract opportunities with other departments and agencies in the federal government, in state governments, and in the commercial sectors. Delivered by seasoned experts in the IT field, ATP solutions adeptly address the IT concerns manifesting in both the federal and commercial sectors.
Employee BenefitsThe ATP Employee Benefits package includes:
A Supportive and Equitable Working Environment that is both Stimulating and ChallengingCompetitive Hourly SalaryUnique Employee Success Sharing Program that allows ATP employees to Share in Company's SuccessesAutomatic Approved Overtime (as long as contract permits)Retirement Pay (401K); 100% company paid, immediately vested with Profit-Sharing ComponentCompany Medical Coverage Plans - HMO, Open Access, PPO plansCompany Dental Plan - widely accepted, comprehensive, and flexibleProgressive Overtime PolicyFlexible Spending Account benefitLucrative Referral Bonus PolicyHoliday Scheduling that Coincides with Government HolidaysRobust Professional Expenses & Training ProgramComputer AllowanceInternet AllowanceShort and Long Term DisabilityLife Insurance