Network Engineer II

Summary
The Network Engineer II is responsible for configuring, maintaining, and administering network infrastructure, ensuring secure and efficient operation within the customer’s organization. This includes managing authentication services, performing network administration tasks, supporting secure remote connectivity, and handling network cabling and switch deployments. The Network Engineer II will also manage network management software and enterprise client tools to monitor and report system status and activities. The Network Engineer II plays a crucial role in ensuring the stability, security, and efficiency of the customer’s network infrastructure, supporting both on-site and remote users.

Essential functions/responsibilities

1. LAN Infrastructure Support:
   1. Device Access and Authentication:
      • Configure and maintain access and authentication for devices using RADIUS, DDI, RAS, and VPN systems.
      • Assist in the operation of network services, including LDAP, Active Directory, and RADIUS authentication.
   2. Network Administration:
      • Perform network administration tasks such as adding and deleting users, controlling access rights, managing services, and monitoring the network.
      • Configure and administer network management software, including software metering, PC hardware and software inventories, and remote control of networked PCs.
   3. Remote Connectivity Support:
      • Support secure remote connectivity through VPNs, ensuring reliable and secure access for remote users.
   4. Enterprise Client Tools:
      • Configure and administer enterprise client tools used to monitor and report system status and activities.
   5. Network Cabling:
      • Oversee organization-wide network cabling installation, maintenance, and documentation.
   6. Switch Configuration and Deployment:
      • Configure and deploy phone closet switches, ensuring proper network connectivity and performance.

Required education/experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
2. 4-5 years of experience managing a network.

Required Skills

1. LAN Administration, Network DDI, Network Access Control, Firewall Services, DMZ/Public Network Administration, and Network Security.
2. Proven experience in network administration and infrastructure support.
3. Experience with RADIUS, LDAP, Active Directory, and VPN systems.
4. Proficiency in configuring and maintaining authentication services and network management software.
5. Strong understanding of network protocols, cabling standards, and switch configuration.
6. Familiarity with network monitoring tools and enterprise client tools.

Preferred Skills

1. Network Cabling Basics, Network DDI (DNSSec, DNS Encryption), Network Administration, Authentication Services, Network Security (apply security baselines (STIG) to network equipment).
2. Relevant network certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+).

Performance Expectations:

1. Security and Access Control: Ensure secure and efficient access and authentication for all networked devices.
2. Network Administration: Maintain optimal network performance through effective administration and monitoring.
3. Remote Connectivity: Provide reliable and secure VPN support for remote users.
4. Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate documentation for network cabling, configurations, and administration tasks.
5. Communication: Collaborate effectively with IT team members and other stakeholders to address network issues and improve infrastructure.

Work Environment

1. The primary location will be onsite, with occasional remote work as required.
2. Must be available to respond to network issues and emergencies as needed. After-hours support may be needed.

This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance.

The base salary range for this position is: $95,380.77 - $130,566.74.

This base salary range represents a general guideline. An individual’s base salary within that range is determined based on a variety of factors, including (without limitation) the scope, complexities, and responsibilities of the position, the government contract to which the position is assigned, geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills.

GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work).

ABOUT GAMA-1
GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment.

GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.