Req ID: RQ228186
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret
Public Trust/Other Required: None
Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations
Skills:
Enterprise IT,Network Engineering,Networks
Experience:
8 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
The Network Engineer will support the technical implementation and operationalization of large-scale, global network operations and modernization contract supporting the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Technologies (DT) . This role supports 24x7 worldwide network operations, modernization activities, security integration, service management, and customer engagement across all geographic regions.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Support Network Architect and program leadership to define outputs, outcomes, and adoption framework for project creation and implementation
Provide steady state support for current environment network operations, preparing for a modernization journey
Support the Network Architect in defining the enterprise architecture, strategy, and roadmap for network capabilities, aligning solutions with business, technology, and cybersecurity objectives
Leverage secure, scalable, and automated and AI-augmented solutions for provisioning, monitoring, and operational support
Support and leverage governance frameworks, lifecycle controls, and operational standards for hardware, process, and procedure.
Develop architecture artifacts, implementation guidance, metrics, and telemetry driven reporting that promote consistency, automation, resiliency, and operational excellence.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Active TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline, or combination of degree and experience.
Minimum of 8 years' technical experience
Aligned Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certifications
Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
Experience with supporting network solutions incorporating load balancing, route, switch, firewalls, congestion and prioritization management, and/or micro segmentation.
Understanding of and previous experience with Zero Trust Architecture, NIST frameworks, and other government standards and compliance frameworks.
Understanding of Software-Defined Networking (SDN), SD-WAN, container networking, virtualization platforms, and/or other cloud focused network technologies.
Previous experience with one or more industry leading vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, HPE, Avaya, or similar.
Previous experience supporting enterprise WiFi environments, including mesh solutions.
Previous experience with Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Experience integrating workflows and automation solutions with ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow
Experience with DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC, Python, Git, and/or other applicable technologies
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Experience working within a government enterprise environment?
Demonstrated understanding of Natural Language Processing (NLP) implementation and concepts of intent-based architecture
Previous experience with low bandwidth, high latency locations and solutions
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
One or more of the following Microsoft certifications: Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Microsoft AI-centric professional certifications or Applied Skills
AWS Certified Advanced Networking and/or AWS Certified Security
Technical certifications from other industry leaders in the network or security segment
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, and competitive pay and paid time off
? Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.
The likely salary range for this position is $111,155 - $150,385. 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.
Total Rewards at GDIT:
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.
Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 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 mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
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