Network Engineer

FEDITC, LLC is a fast-growing business supporting DoD and other intelligence agencies worldwide. We develop mission-critical national security systems directly supporting the Warfighter, DoD Leadership, and the country.

About the role

FEDITC is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to work in the Panama City, FL area. The ideal candidate will have Air Force experience in system administration, cybersecurity, and network engineering. A United States Citizenship and an active Secret DoD Security Clearance is required. Expect to travel approximately 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical advice for acquisition, development, and/or sustainment of facility related control systems (FRCS), sub-systems, support equipment, networking, and cyber security, including actions associated with deployment and management of the Advanced Meter Reading System (AMRS).
• Assist with recommending criteria, design, and performance characteristics for FRCS, major network systems, and accountability for engineering assignments concerning Information Assurance/Cybersecurity Compliance.
• Visit multiple bases annually to assist with project development, construction, and system sustainment.
• Interface with bases to ensure readiness to receive and install AMRS equipment.
• Work with bases to assist in compliance with the system security plan at each base.
• Analyze and identify shortfalls or problems in programming, integration, or other similar activities.
• Conduct field assessments of existing Air Force facility networked systems, analyze system components, develop metering recommendations, and provide written documentation, site assessment reports, pre-commissioning, and final commissioning support.
• Support device configuration, communications system, and integration with Air Force Facility Related Control System enterprise networks.
• Provide support and advice for implementing the Network Enclave and base communication integration in preparation for AMRS deployment, ensuring compliance with the Certification and Authorization (C&A) process, Authority to Operate (ATO), and associated security requirements.
• Assess and evaluate existing base communication infrastructure and recommend corrective actions/modifications/repairs to enable successful AMRS implementation.
• Obtain data and information required for Network Enclave status, ports available, switch locations, premise wiring requirements, and physical location of meters to be connected to the AMRS.
• Make recommendations for improving/clarifying/modifying technical requirements, statements of work, written documentation, site assessment reports, pre-commissioning, and final commissioning support to improve the AMRS Program.
• Advise and assist the Government with ensuring other support contractors perform software programming and hardware configuration for assigned system integrations into the enterprise.
• Ensure all deliverables comply with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and Computer Network Defense (CND), including source code scanning, the DISA Database STIG, and a Web Penetration Test to mitigate vulnerabilities associated with SQL injections, cross-site scripting, and buffer overflows.
• Assist the government in developing and maintaining a robust training program for AMRS.
• Test sensors, meters, and ancillary system support devices for connection to the Network Enclave and compatibility with the AMRS and approved Air Force platforms in the Government-provided sensor test lab at Tyndall AFB, FL.
• Identify configuration options based upon the AMRS (or Air Force approved system) Type Accreditation Topology.
• Install, maintain, audit, and support a secure MS Windows/server network environment and limited web/data application service.
• Maintain internet applications and protocols (IP, TCP, HTTP, HTTPS, & SSL).
• Interface with local customers and provide IT-related support to quickly resolve problems.
• Analyze and troubleshoot system anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
• Perform periodic maintenance, hardware upgrades and replacement, firmware updates, and system configuration changes.
• Prepare systems for operational use and support operational tests.
• Provide technical guidance and maintain documentation on projects as required.
• Other support duties as needed/directed.

Requirements

• Six (6) years of related experience.
• Understanding of the Air Force C&A process, and ideally the ATO process for:
  • Civil Engineer Virtual Local Area Network (CE VLAN)
  • Civil Engineer Community of Interest Network Enclave (CE COINE)
  • AMRS, as well as associated security requirements
• Ability to assess and evaluate existing base communication infrastructure and recommend corrective actions/modifications/repairs to ensure successful AMRS implementation.
• Communication skills to coordinate with base communication personnel to obtain data and information such as Network Enclave status, ports available, switch locations, premise wiring requirements, and physical location of meters to be connected to the AMRS.
• Technical writing ability to make recommendations for improving/clarifying/modifying technical requirements, statements of work, written documentation, site assessment reports, pre-commissioning, and final commissioning support.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2008 R2/2012 R2 Server/2016 Server, Microsoft Windows 7/10 operating systems (OS) administration and associated hardware.
• Working knowledge of CISCO/Juniper network and switching and virtualization technologies.
• Working knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies and data backup technologies.
• Working knowledge of Risk Management Framework, Security Standards, Common Criteria, and System Security Policy.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners.
• Familiarity with AF meter specifications and DOD guidance, with the ability to identify compliant devices and configuration options based upon the AMRS Type Accreditation Topology.
• Ability to identify requirements to effectively connect partially compliant devices to government-provided equipment.
• Experience with McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) software.
• Technical expertise and knowledge of various interconnection technologies to integrate meters between new and legacy proprietary systems.

Qualifications

• DOD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• MCSE, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert, is highly desirable.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance is required; an active DoD Secret Clearance is preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen and pass a background check.
• Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested.