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The Implementations/Activations Network Engineer IV role supports the Defense Information System Network services provided to the Department of Defense and national security organizations. Working within the Digital Modernization Sector, the engineer performs installation oversight, configuration, testing, monitoring, and servicing of network equipment while activating networks for defense projects. Daily responsibilities include coordinating with customers and solution architects, managing Service Orders, initiating device configurations using configlets, and performing network monitoring to assess impacts on customer traffic. The role requires expertise in hardware specifications, BGP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, WAN, VPN, VLAN, and VRF protocols. Candidates must be proficient with routers, load balancers, and firewalls while navigating complex technical problems through documentation and configuration modifications. This position addresses the critical challenge of ensuring end-to-end connectivity and fulfilling service requirements within a highly regulated defense infrastructure environment.
Perform installation oversight, configuration, testing, and monitoring of network equipment to activate networks for Department of Defense projects.
Execute Initial Test and Acceptance (IT&A) and complete all reporting functions for new service activations according to DISA standards.
Manage Service Orders and ensure Telecommunication Service Orders are accurate for scheduled network additions and changes.
Initiate and implement network device configurations using configlets based on validated customer requirements.
Design and implement solutions for technical problems through testing, documentation, and modifying configurations on network devices.
Coordinate and program customer circuit activations with commercial vendors to establish end-to-end connectivity.
Monitor network performance after changes to ensure no negative impacts occur to customer traffic.
Resolve issues regarding incomplete or unclear requirements by engaging with project managers and stakeholders to facilitate approvals.
What we're looking for
U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance are required.
DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) is required.
A Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of experience, or a Master's degree and 6-10 years of experience, are required.
Proficiency in network hardware specifications, configuration, testing processes, and various networking services like BGP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS, and TCP/IP is required.
Experience with network appliances including routers, load balancers, domain name servers, and firewalls is required.
Knowledge of data and voice network design across multiple transmission systems and protocols is required.
Prior experience at DISA or knowledge of DISA systems and processes (preferred).
Cisco, Microsoft, or ITIL certifications are preferred.