Description
The DarkStar Group is seeking a Network Engineer with a TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance to join one of our top projects in McLean, VA.
THE PROJECT
The DarkStar Group's team provides Analytic Software Development, Data Engineering, and Cloud Migration services, as well as interagency communication and data-sharing solutions, as part of an enterprise program that spans two major Intelligence Community customers. This project regularly has new openings for various types of IT professionals.
Work on this program takes place in Herndon, McLean, and Bethesda (we cannot support remote work) and requires a TS/SCI + Polygraph clearance (acceptable to this customer).
THE ROLE
The DarkStar Group is looking for a Network Engineer to join our Team! You will support the customer's data communications network; maintain the network hardware and software as well as monitor the network to ensure availability to all system users; and perform the necessary maintenance to support network availability. You will design and create routing designs to extend customer networks. You will need to be proficient in Cisco network solutions, as well as software defined networks and firewalls from AWS, Google, and Microsoft.
Responsibilities:
- Deploy, configure, maintain and monitor all active network equipment (Cisco routers, switches, firewalls) ensuring seamless network operations
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, implementing security measures and optimizing network performance
- Monitor and resolve network related service tickets
- Maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and network design documentation
- Perform network upgrades to maintain system integrity and overall availability
- Support and administer third-party applications
- Ensure security and efficiency of IT infrastructure following industry standards
- Conduct root cause analysis for network failures and implement corrective actions
- Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues – both cloud and on-premise environments
- Maintain accurate network documentation – Diagrams / Configurations / Policies
- Prepare reports on Network Performance / Utilization / Incidents
- Set up alerts and monitoring systems for network health and performance
- Leverage automation for configuration management and network deployments
- Analyze and troubleshoot network incidents using monitoring tools
Required Skills
- 5+ Years of experience
- Experience with Cisco and/or Juniper network platforms
- Knowledge of networking technology and protocols, TCP/IP, Routing, Firewalls, SSH, VPNs
- Knowledge of network management platforms such as Solarwinds
- Experience with network device hardening
- Knowledge of different operating systems (Microsoft, Unix, Linux, etc.)
- Attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, critical thinking and teamwork skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Scripting skills for automating routine network tasks
- Familiarity with network automation tools (Ansible / Terraform)
- Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., Dynatrace, PRTG, Nagios, Wireshark)
- Working knowledge of load balancers and proxy servers
- Working knowledge of hybrid cloud infrastructures
Desired Skills (Optional)
- Understand network segmentation and best practices for securing network environments
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and networking trends
- Cisco CCNP or Juniper JCNIP certifications
- Familiarity with cloud hosting solutions such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud
- VMWare experience
- CompTIA Network+, CCNP, CCNA certifications
About The DarkStar Group
Our Company
The DarkStar Group is a small business that solves BIG problems. We're one of the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in the US, and our engineers and scientists support critical national security missions. Data Science, Software Engineering, Cloud/AWS Infrastructure, and Cyber/CNO are our core areas of expertise.
Our Benefits
The DarkStar Group offers exceptional compensation and benefits:
- Very strong salaries;
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and all dependents;
- Increased salary if you don't need medical/dental/vision;
- 100% company-paid disability and life insurance benefits;
- A generously-funded HSA;
- An 8% 401(k) contribution;
- 31 days of PTO/holidays to start (more with tenure);
- The ability to flex time across pay periods without using your PTO;
- A generous training budget;
- $25,000 employee referral bonuses;
- Business development/growth incentives;
- Top notch company swag.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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