Implementations Network Engineer II

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Shiloh, IL
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 15 days ago
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The Implementations Network Engineer II role supports the Defense Information System Network services provided to the Department of Defense and national security organizations. Working within the GSMO-II contract, the engineer performs installation oversight, configuration, testing, monitoring, and servicing of network equipment while activating networks for defense projects. Key responsibilities include performing Initial Test and Acceptance, managing data input for new service activations, and maintaining out-of-band management networks using Cisco and Juniper devices. The role involves creating IP addressing schemes, upgrading software, and conducting systems analysis to determine hardware and functional requirements. Technical expertise required includes BGP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, WAN, VPN, and VLAN protocols, alongside experience with routers, load balancers, and firewalls. Candidates must possess an active Secret clearance and a DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 certification to support these critical infrastructure capabilities.

Skills

Cisco Juniper BGP OSPF ISIS TCP/IP VLAN VRF DNS DHCP VPN WAN Firewalls Load Balancers SharePoint Security+ Network Engineering Circuit Configuration Out-of-Band Management

What you'll do

Perform installation oversight, configuration, testing, and monitoring of network equipment for Department of Defense projects.
Execute Initial Test and Acceptance (IT&A) procedures to ensure new equipment meets DISA standards.
Configure and maintain out-of-band management networks using Cisco and Juniper devices with customized baseline configurations.
Perform software upgrades on Cisco and Juniper networking hardware.
Create and update project planning documentation for IP addressing schemes and port assignments.
Conduct systems analysis to determine hardware, software, and functional requirements based on user consultations.
Verify circuit points of contact and ensure all location data is formatted correctly according to requirements.
Coordinate with DISA project managers and stakeholders to resolve requirement issues and obtain necessary approvals.

What we're looking for

A Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience, or a Master's degree and less than 2 years of experience.
An active Secret security clearance is required.
DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) is required.
Proficiency in network hardware specifications, configuration, testing processes, and industry standards.
Experience with network engineering, problem management, and performance management.
Knowledge of networking architecture, data/voice network design, and protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and ISIS.
Experience with network services (DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, WAN, VPN, VLAN, VRF) and appliances like routers and firewalls.
Prior experience at DISA or knowledge of DISA systems and processes (preferred); SharePoint data entry or DDOE experience (preferred).