Senior Network Engineer - Honolulu, HI- TS/SCI Information Technology

Senior Network Engineer needed for a contract opportunity with SOC's client to work onsite in Honolulu, HI.

Contract Length: 6+ Months, possible conversion to FTE

Must have an active TS/SCI clearance to be considered.

Primary Responsibilities.

As the recognized PACAF Intelligence JWICS Network subject matter expert, you'll be at the forefront of providing command-wide technical support, advice, and innovative solutions for the design, installation, modification, testing, evaluation, monitoring, and servicing of critical warfighting networks. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting hardware/software maintenance on both networked and non-networked intelligence systems.
  
• Resolving network-related issues by coordinating with commercial vendors, government-supported organizations, and other contractor staff.
  
• Managing data transfer protocols using Cisco, Brocade, and SolarWinds network hardware tools and platforms.
  
• Designing and implementing solutions to maximize network performance across multiple operating systems.
  
• Researching and developing innovative solutions while implementing industry best standards across diverse geographical locations (US and International).
  
• Maintaining key supporting services such as Cisco Secure Access Control Systems (ACS), SolarWinds Orion Network Monitoring, and General Dynamics Encryptor Manager (GEMX).
  
• Programming Cisco and Brocade Routers, Switches, Switched Fabrics, and Load Balancers.
  
• Providing project management, network management, and expert knowledge in systems interoperability and C4ISR applications integration.
  

Basic Qualifications.

• Experience & Education: 12+ years of experience in C5ISR IT/Engineering activities and maintaining classified networks. A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is preferred (additional 4 years' experience and certifications accepted in lieu of degree).
  
• Security Clearance: TS/SCI Clearance required on day one.
  
• US Citizenship required
  
• Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, or BCNE Current Certification; DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II (preferably Security +).
  
• Technical Proficiency: Thorough knowledge of Cisco and Brocade network hardware platforms; experience configuring network devices.
  
• Supporting Services Knowledge: Familiarity with Cisco Secure Access Control Systems (ACS), SolarWinds Orion Network Monitoring, and General Dynamics Encryptor Manager (GEMX).
  
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
  
• Customer Service & Project Management: Strong customer service orientation and demonstrated project management skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications.

• Industry certifications such as Microsoft, Cisco, NetApp, and VMware.
  
• Experience with USAF Intelligence-related client software.
  
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, DRA, Active Directory, SharePoint, and Visio.
  
• Knowledge of OSI layers for troubleshooting and installations.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience programming Cisco and Brocade Routers, Switches, Switched Fabrics, and Load Balancers.
  
• Understanding of virtualization environments covering disaster recovery, network analysis, and fault isolation.
  
• Familiarity with industry-recognized configuration models such as CMM and/or ISO and experience implementing Information Security practices in a Department of Defense environment.
  

Estimated Min Rate: $55.98

Estimated Max Rate: $79.97

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Employment Prerequisites

The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis.

SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.

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