Network Subject Matter Expert - Intermediate

Responsibilities

The Subject Matter Expert - Intermediate performs a variety of network engineering tasks including but not limited to the below. With minimal direction, provides support, analysis and research into exceptionally complex problems, and processes relating to the subject matter. Serves as technical expert on executive-level project teams providing technical direction, interpretation and alternatives. Thinks independently and demonstrates exceptional written and oral communications skills. Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role. Develops technical solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.

Qualifications

• Minimum ten (10) years in a relevant field, (Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems/Technology).
• Deployment of WAN networks.
• Deployment of a separate Pulse Secure Remote Access VPN architecture.
• Ability to provide tier II/III troubleshooting support.
• Support the design and implementation of WAN equipment on the NIPR and SIPR.
• Technology refreshes and upgrades.
• Wireless technologies.
• IPv6 transition and transition.
• Tier III network troubleshooting.
• Network engineering services to support the full WAN lifecycle including design, implementation, installation, testing and transition to sustainment.
• Analysis of hardware, hardware configuration, security policy, network management, network protocols and security solutions in support of network functions related to the interoperability of the LAN, WAN (NIPR & SIPR) and DISN.

Required Qualifications

• Must have Secret Clearance with IT-I eligibility.
• Must have active CCNP-E (CCIE preferred) and Check Point Security Administrator.
• Must have one of the following DoD 8570 Baseline IAT Level III certifications: CASP+, CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH.
• Additional certifications preferred: Check Point Certified Security Expert, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals.

Security/Certification Requirements

• Must have Secret Clearance with IT-I eligibility.
• Must have active CCNP-E (CCIE preferred) and Check Point Security Administrator.
• Must have one of the following DoD 8570 Baseline IAT Level III certifications: CASP+, CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH.
• Additional certifications preferred: Check Point Certified Security Expert, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Pay

Target salary range: $110,000.00 - 180,000.00.

Schedule

Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Location: Springfield, VA.
• Type of environment: Office.
• Noise level: Low.
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday.
• Amount of Travel: 10% - 25%.
• Physical demands: Regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Additional Job Information

• WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE: US Citizen Top Secret.
• WAGE INFORMATION: Target salary range: $110,000.00 - 180,000.00.
• Additional Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.