Mid-Level Router Engineer

At Gunter Annex, their Router, Boundary Protection, and DNS Teams oversee an enterprise DoD environment supporting the USAF that requires a unique and dynamic skill set that is expected to complete associated training programs and/or actively pursue professional development/cross-training opportunities. All team members expected to provide continuity for 24/7/365 operations regardless of their current assigned shift. Appropriate compensations/accommodations will be made to address situations that require a long-term commitment to a non-standard shift or schedule. Responsibilities:

• Manages the gateway, routers and switches for the AFINC program.
• operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators.
• Resolves network problems,
• Monitors data or voice system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues.
• Activates scripts as alarms occur or issues surface.
• Confirms accuracy of messages, alarms or issues and/or determines severity of problem, issue or alarm.
• Initiates resolution as appropriate.
• Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate.
• Researches issues to determine if problem may be resolved using predefined procedures.
• Executes scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures.
• Identifies issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary.
• Performs Tier 1-4 problem determination.
• Interfaces with users and/or network vendors.
• Designs, engineers and implements associated projects.

• 4 - 6 years of progressively responsible network engineering hands-on experience with Cisco platforms.
• Candidate must have CCNA and TIASecurity+ CE certifications.
• Applicant must possess refined critical thinking skills, should be a self-starter, may direct the activities of other team members, diplomatic, multi-task capable, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependable and reliable.
• Prior experience in a government consulting services environment is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a Business Management or MIS related field.
• Must have and maintain an active DoD Secret security clearance.

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