Principal Network Engineer

Check out this great opportunity to join one of GDITs fastest long-standing growing programs! US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation Systems eXtended (US BICES-X) is a cutting-edge program supporting DoW intelligence information sharing on current and emerging global threats to mission and coalition partners and emerging nations. With an internationally dispersed team supporting each combatant command, the US BICES-X team is in direct support of the war fighter and their missions. We are seeking a creative and driven professional with a passion for solving real world issues on a cross-functional, fast paced team. Responsibilities:Collaborate with network staff to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.Work with executive team members, decision makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues.Designs and defines network architecture for new or existing computer systemsPerforms complex network development and design work.Participate in the upgrading of operating systems and design of network enhancements.Provides input for documentation on new or existing networks.Develops and conducts tests to ensure networks meet documented user requirements.Identifies, analyzes, and resolves network problems.Provides network/equipment/specialized training and technical guidance.Determines network specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.May provide guidance and leadership to less-experienced systems engineers.Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.Comprehensive knowledge of network engineering principles, methods, and techniques.Knowledge of the associated hardware, software, and equipment.Knowledge of Data Center and Virtualization.Knowledge of Automation techniques and structure.Participates in special projects as assigned. Required Qualifications:A minimum of ten (10) years network experience.Active TS/SCI clearanceBachelors Degree may substitute additional years of experienceMust be IAT level II compliant with DoW 8140ITIL V4 Foundation within six months of hireMust possess a complete CCNA certification.Knowledge and experience with routing and switching protocols (e.g., OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, Spanning Tree Protocol, ISAKMP, ESP, SIP, SCCP, etc.)Knowledge and experience with current Cisco IOS software and hardware featuresAbility to configure and troubleshoot MulticastAbility to configure and troubleshoot DMVPN and GRE tunnelsAbility to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and multi-task while still ensuring high quality of workHighly organized with strong ability to prioritize work and work autonomouslyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsGreat attention to detail and presentationResults driven, highly efficient, energetic, and highly motivatedMust possess a high degree of intelligence, competence, maturity, adaptability, resilience, integrity, and initiativeThe work is typically performed at client site locations, which requires proper safety precautions; work may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes, or equipment. Preferred Qualifications:Completed CCNP Routing and Switching or CCNP EnterpriseKnowledge and experience with SolarWindsKnowledge and experience with Firewall (Cisco ASA/FTD, Palo Alto, etc) firewall rule setsKnowledge and experience with VoIP/collaboration systems i.e. Cisco, CUCM etcKnowledge and experience with HAIPE-based encryption devicesKnowledge of Virtualization technologiesKnowledge and experience with data center networkingUnderstanding of network virtualizationUnderstanding of concepts presented in the VMware Data Center Virtualization Fundamentals courseUnderstanding of VxRail Manager and best practicesKnowledge of ISP/Transport concepts and practicesKnowledge of network security and hardening practices and concept #DefenseOCONUS