Network Operations Specialist (Network Engineer II)

AT&T

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VASpringfield, VA
Salary
$89,200–$194,000 / yr
Posted
10 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Jan 31, 2027

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TL;DR · Network Operations Specialist (Network Engineer II)

The Network Operations Specialist (Network Engineer II) (Government) joins the National Security Team to support the intelligence community by providing critical voice, video, and collaboration services. This role involves managing computer data communications systems, performing advanced incident troubleshooting, and supporting the installation and maintenance of LAN and WAN devices. Key responsibilities include resolving escalated tickets, coordinating network upgrades, updating topology drawings, and ensuring equipment compliance with configuration baselines. The position requires proficiency in Layer 1, 2, and 3 networking, including VLANs and protocols like OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VRRP, HSRP, MPLS, LSP, VRF, and GRE. Candidates must utilize tools such as Cisco IOS, Juniper JUNOS, Microsoft Visio, ServiceNow, and HP/MicroFocus network tools to analyze and isolate customer-impacting events within complex government network environments.

What you'll do

  • Install and maintain client Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) devices.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve escalated incident tickets from the Network Operations Center (NOC).
  • Configure and troubleshoot layer 2 switching, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs).
  • Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, and hardware/software upgrades.
  • Perform configuration management by updating topology drawings and maintaining accurate asset records.
  • Evaluate new network technologies and provide integration recommendations to the architecture team.
  • Diagnose hardware and software problems and coordinate the replacement of defective components.
  • Draft and review process documentation used by network operations personnel.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph.
  • Must have 10 years of experience as a combination of work history and education.
  • Must comply with DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2.
  • Must have experience with Layer 1, 2, and 3 networking.
  • Must have knowledge of Cisco IOS, Juniper JUNOS, Brocade, and Foundry Operating Systems.
  • Must have strong familiarity with Layer 3 protocols including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VRRP, HSRP, MPLS, LSP, VRF, and GRE.
  • Must have familiarity with Microsoft Visio and ServiceNow.
  • Must have familiarity with HP/MicroFocus network tools and previous experience with Riverbed network tools (preferred).

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