Req ID: RQ212843
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations
Skills:
Cisco Technologies,Firewall Management,IT Network Security,Network Administration,Network Security Tools
Certifications:
CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) | Cisco - Cisco
Experience:
10 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
We are GDIT. The people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. At GDIT, we ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning, making an impact on both the world around us and ourselves. This is your place to embrace autonomy, seize opportunity, and deliver your best every day.
GDIT has an opening for a Network Services Subject Matter Expert in support of the Army National Guard (ARNG) located in Falls Church, VA. Join us on a pivotal IT Service Management (ITSM) contract that drives the modernization, expansion, and evolution of the ARNG's global IT services. The program's focus includes IT infrastructure, WAN, authentication, directory services, cybersecurity, application hosting, and more, leveraging the ITIL framework to deliver excellence in IT services to the ARNG.
How a Senior Network Services Subject Matter Expert Will Make an Impact:
As a Network Services SME, you will:
Strategize and Innovate: Support the network services team in developing complex solutions to meet ARNG strategic projects and initiatives.
Implement Advanced Network Solutions: Configure, manage, and maintain physical and virtual infrastructures, including: Cisco routers, Layer 3 switches, Firewalls, Palo Alto IDS/IPS.
Ensure Operational Excellence: Perform required maintenance during off-hours. Provide support for 24x7 operations of a large enterprise infrastructure. Adhere to established schedules and best practices.
Maintain Compliance: Implement and maintain DISA STIGs baselines in accordance with quarterly releases. Support CORA inspections required to maintain Authority to Operate (ATO).
Develop and Document SOPs: Create and maintain standard operating procedures.
Analyze customer requirements and provide technical solutions for complex problems.
Conduct maintenance and upgrades for network devices, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and remote access systems.
Create and defend system change requests.
Develop, maintain, and implement a proactive capacity planning model to enhance business decision-making.
Maintain network integrity and connectivity by ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
Coordinate acquisition of hardware, software, and subcontractor services as needed.
Plan and configure systems for data communication networks to meet ARNG needs.
Design and build hardware and software components for complex computer or telecommunications networks.
Evaluate emerging communications technologies to enhance network capabilities.
Maintain current knowledge of relevant and emerging technologies to ensure consistent technical performance.
Proactive, solution-oriented mindset, Familiarity with ITIL processes, Proven ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education : Bachelor's degree in IT preferred. High School Diploma; AA/AS/BA/BS preferred or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience (10+ years of relevant experience as an Information Technology professional).
Experience : 10+ years of experience with Cisco and Palo Alto Routing, Switching, IDS/IPS, and Firewall technologies.
Required Technical Skills : Strong understanding of: Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching), Multi-VRF appliances, Firewall and IDS/IPS configurations and concepts.
Certifications : Must meet DoD IAT Level II IA Computing Environment (CE) certification at state date: (i.e. Cisco, Palo Alto, etc.). Require Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher. Desired Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Security Clearance Level : Active SECRET security clearance required and must be maintained.
Location : Falls Church, VA. Three (3) days of onsite with up to two (2) days telework. Onboarding/transition in period requires on-site support up to 60 days. Work schedules are subject to change on direction by mission requirements from GDIT or USG leadership.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE: At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.
GECOS #GDITPriority
The likely salary range for this position is $153,000 - $207,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
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