Network Engineer, Mid Level

Render is looking for a Network Engineer, Mid Level to join our highly competent and motivated Naval Air Warfare Center (NAWC) team supporting work on-site in St. lnigoes, Maryland., This position will serve as the NAWC's on-site liaison supporting ongoing and future IT networking/communications efforts under a fast-moving, highly rewarding program. Primary responsibilities include:

• Full life cycle support for local and wide area network infrastructure and connected devices
• Installation and configuration of networking equipment (switches, routers, firewalls, in-line encryption, etc.)
• Troubleshooting/fault isolation of technical issues
• Implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of network security measures
• Oversight and mentorship of subordinate staff
• Must have an active Department of Defense Security Clearance

Functional Description: Demonstrated capability in one or more of the Information Technology core areas; Computer System Engineering; Computer System Services; Data Management Services; Modeling, Analysis and Simulation; Professional Support Services; Test, Analysis and Evaluation; and Systems Integration. Experience in systems development, analysis or design. Requires competence in all phases of system analysis techniques, system design concepts, computer programming languages and the ability to work with end users to develop system designs from end users' specifications., Education Requirements: Preferred education includes completion of a Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or IT-related field

Experience Requirements: Minimum experience includes more than 7 years of relevant experience.

Desired Experience Includes:

• Experience with designing, analyzing, configuring, and troubleshooting IP networks
• Comprehensive experience configuring Cisco® equipment
• Knowledge of routing protocols and other networking technologies including OSPF, RIP, VRF, VLAN, MPLS, IP multicast, IP QoS, and IPSec
• Experience managing network device (switches, routers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, cryptographic equipment, etc.)
• Active DoD 8140/DoD 8570 certification
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience with Microsoft® Visio

Additional Qualifications (Preferred but not required):

• CCNP certification
• WSUS or RedHAT Satellite Server experience
• Experience implementing DISA STIGs, group policies, and HBSS, The qualified candidate must be a US Citizen with an active/current DoD Top Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain. Applicant selected may be subject to a government security investigation and candidate must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Render offers exciting opportunities for professional growth, leave benefits, participating in 401 (k) with matching opportunities consistent with plan qualifications. We also offer health, vision and dental benefits on a cost-sharing basis. Annual bonus can be included in compensation based on company performance and policy. This position has an annual salary range of $80,000 to $100,000. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and education and in consideration of internal pay equality.