Remote Senior Lead Network Engineer II

Description:

• CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Network Engineer to join a team focused on the evaluation, enhancement, and maintenance of a large-scale network project that includes both wired and wireless network infrastructure and related hardware and software.
• The project's objectives are to evaluate the current setup of existing disparate networks and design and implement a network infrastructure that encompasses the wireless, wired, and software network requirements.
• The project will also include consultation regarding hardware and software necessary to facilitate the proper support for this encompassing infrastructure, and the associated systems testing, vulnerability assessments, and quality assurance needed to implement the new setup.
• This Network Engineer will interface with state and local governmental personnel, internal stakeholders, subject matter experts, and vendors who will provide development services.
• The role involves operating and managing NPS network infrastructure, improving infrastructure monitoring and reporting capabilities, and developing, maintaining, and delivering infrastructure documentation relating to the network infrastructure within the NPS environment.
• Responsibilities include reviewing current best practices, providing recommendations for architecture, design, management, and operation of the network infrastructure, and administering the Cloudpath onboarding process.
• The engineer will assess the NPS network infrastructure, define and conduct testing procedures for new infrastructure projects, implement technology solutions, and provide design guidance on network solutions within NPS infrastructure projects.
• Informal training and knowledge transfer to NPS resources on best practices and theory of operation relating to network products will also be part of the role.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Information Systems, or a related discipline is required.
• Strong documentation skills including updating JIRA Tickets, Wiki Pages, and Network Diagrams are necessary.
• The candidate must have the ability to communicate with end users, cross-organizational staff, and technical assistance centers.
• CWNA Certification or equivalent and BCNE Certification or equivalent are required.
• Experience utilizing RF site survey tools such as Ekahau, RF Scanners, and Wireshark packet capture software is essential.
• Strong knowledge of layer 2 switching and layer 3 routing protocols, including VLANs, 802.1w, OSPF, and VRRP is required.
• Strong knowledge of network security including 802.1x, MAC Authentication, ACLs, RADIUS, and Certificate of Authority (CA) is necessary.
• The candidate must have strong knowledge of troubleshooting RF and LAN issues.
• Working knowledge of LINUX, MS Server 2013, VMware, etc., is required.
• A Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Information Systems, or a related discipline is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience with disaster recovery plan creation, implementation testing, or projects is required.
• Experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and vulnerability testing is necessary.
• Experience with cyber threat information collection and analysis is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Agile/SCUM project management methodologies is a plus.
• Additional industry certifications/licenses are desirable.

Benefits:

• CGS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance is provided as part of the benefits.
• A 401k plan is available for employees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter expenses are offered.
• Paid Time Off and observance of State/Federal Holidays are included in the benefits package.