Network Engineer III

Company: Ace Info Solutions LLC
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: February 14, 2021

Job Description:

AceInfo is currently seeking a Network Engineer III to support ongoing requirements of the United States Coast Guard Operations Systems Center (USCG OSC) Core Technology Services II Contract in Kearneysville, West Virginia.
This position will report directly to the ISD SEC BPS (Network as a Service (NaaS) Project Manager. The Network Engineer will be responsible for DOD network implementation and daily maintenance as their primary task.
The Network Engineer will be actively engaged in identifying unique system characteristics; interviewing key organizational personnel (technical, administrative, and executive); working with business systems to compose requisite documentation (security categorizations, risk assessments, contingency planning, etc.); and mapping complex technical requirements, functionality, and capabilities to prescribed security controls, policies, and practices. The engineer will coordinate and plan all certification and accreditation activities for existing systems and those still in development (SDLC); provide ongoing gap analysis of current policies, practices, and procedures as they relate to established guidelines outlined by DOD STIG, DHS security Certification and Accreditation, and FISMA requirements, etc; work face-to-face with multiple stakeholders through interviewing, planning, or participating in a team effort to bring multiple projects to fruition; conduct in-depth technical reviews of new and existing IT systems in order to identify the appropriate mitigation strategies required to bring these systems into compliance with established policy and industry guidelinesDuties & Responsibilities

• Act as a first-responder, interacting directly with users and system administrators to document and address service requests and trouble reports.
• Diagnose and resolve common connectivity and network service issues.
• Install, configure, and manage network equipment (firewalls, routers, switches, Load Balancers, etc.).
• DHCP system administration (assignment and coordination of network addresses).
• DNS system administration (assignment and coordination of registered hostnames).
• Proficiency in OSI Layer 2-3 environments.
• Implement Firewall Policies, Juniper, Fortigate.
• Provides internal status reports, enforces quality control of project deliverables, and implements efficient processes and procedures for continuing improvement of the certification and accreditation process. RequirementsA prospective candidate for this position will have 5-15 years of experience in technical information technology engineering and architecture functions with a strong background in network infrastructure, firewall maintenance, and security policies. The ideal candidate will also have a background in network architecture including Juniper, CISCO, F5 and ACI implementation. Experience in the design, planning and building of data centers with experience in data center consolidation is a plus.Required Education
  • Security + required (can be obtained while awaiting background investigation)
  • Associate's degree in Computer Science, IT Engineering or related degree program; or current IT certification with sufficient technical experience to substitute for the formal education requirement. Required Skills
    • Juniper Firewall implementation and maintenance in a DOD environment
    • Working knowledge of DOD STIG requirements.
    • LAN/WAN infrastructure design and implementation experience in Juniper and Cisco (LAN) product line, networks, and network security
    • Excellent interpersonal skills, and effective in interfacing with internal and external customers fostering collaboration and establishing strong partnerships and relationships
    • Experience in data center design, planning and consolidation of global sites a plus
    • Strong understanding of infrastructure technology such as server, storage, network and inter-relationship with data center architecture designs and services
    • Proficiency with advanced features of Microsoft Word and other Microsoft Office Suite applications including Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Experience with Adobe Acrobat Professional. Desired Skills
      • Knowledge of the Department of Homeland Security enterprise architecture including security policies, procedures, and guidance. Experience with NIST/NIAP certification and accreditation processes. Experience in the financial services market is beneficial but not required
      • Knowledge of TCP/IP, IT security architecture and design (firewalls, intrusion detection systems, virtual private networking, and virus protection technologies -- behavioral based a plus).
      • Knowledge of LAN/WAN design and general internetworking technologies. Hands-on experience a plus.
      • Knowledge of various operating systems and hardware.
      • Basic programming and database training. The Ideal candidate will possess one or more of the following certifications: CCNA, JNCIA-Junos or JNCIS-SEC Additional RequirementU.S. Citizenship is required for the position. Applicants must successfully complete the security application process with the intent of gaining a government granted security clearance AND receive a minimum Interim clearance, prior to starting.Ace Info Solutions, LLC (a Dovel company) is a leading Federal contractor with a focused vision: empower our clients, challenge our employees, and grow our business. Founded in December 2000, we are deeply committed to ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. We have a mature corporate infrastructure, strong management, and quality practices. AceInfo is a trusted IT partner to the Federal Government, and we help various agencies transform and strengthen their processes, operations, infrastructures, and security practices to help them further their critical missions.For nearly 20 years, we have successfully managed large and significant Federal programs. We have proven experience prioritizing client satisfaction, project quality, and providing innovative, cost-effective solutions to Federal clients.AceInfo is prime on 95% of our contracts, is headquartered in Reston VA, and has geographically dispersed office locations throughout the country, to include: Kearneysville, WV; Chesapeake, VA; Fort Collins, CO; Boulder, CO; Kansas City, MO; Bowie, MD; multiple Washington, DC Metropolitan locations, and project presence in 23 states in all time zones.Ace Info Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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