Communications Network Engineer
Company: Leidos Inc
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
Description NGEN is the largest IT services program for the
Navy. Under the Service Management, Integration, and Transport
(SMIT) portion of NGEN, the Leidos team will deliver the core
backbone of the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet, including cybersecurity
services, network operations, service desk, and data transport.
Ultimately, Leidos will support the Navy in unifying its
shore-based networks and data management to improve capability and
service while also saving significant dollars by focusing efforts
under one enterprise network.At Leidos, we know the most talented
and diverse IT and Engineering professionals will always have a
multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise
investment in your career and in yourself.NAVAIR requires elevated
network support services, consisting of continuous technical
support during working hours and rapid remediation in the event of
failures, both during working hours as well as possible after-hours
support. Premier support is required to support the high tempo and
mission critical operations of the NAVAIR staff including elevated
services to assigned Flag Officers/Senior Executive Service and
associated staff.Responsible for overall network engineering
support for a broad range of programs including planning,
designing, and evaluating various components of the network. Duties
may include providing specifications for network architecture,
evaluating, and recommending new technologies to enhance current
capabilities, and performing needs assessments. Support level
duties may include monitoring, installation, modification, testing
and servicing of network equipment.This sub family is responsible
for overall network engineering support for a broad range of
programs including planning, designing, and evaluating various
components of the network. Duties may include providing
specifications for network architecture, evaluating, and
recommending new technologies to enhance current capabilities, and
performing needs assessments. Support level duties may include
monitoring, installation, modification, testing and servicing of
network equipment.Primary Responsibilities
- Ability to access all necessary communication closets and
configure and deploy network equipment within the Area of
Responsibility (AOR) listed.
- Knowledgeable in changing VLANs on network port configurations,
to assist in deploying network devices across the base.
- Capability of analyzing and defining network requirements
pertaining to CHLK NAVAIR operations.
- Ability to define and maintain network architecture and
infrastructure.
- Ability to configure and optimize network servers, hubs,
routers, and switches.
- Ability to pull switch activity logs, as well as switch
capacity reports.
- Make recommendations to clean up or upgrade communication
closets, for streamlining switch and patch panel matrixes, and can
make the recommended changes on the switch and un-patch ports on
unused equipment.
- Perform port activation, deactivation, and logical moves on
switches, in support of emergent MAC moves.
- Ability to engage and escalate problems the SMIT Network
Operations and/or Command Center for support for incidents/problems
exceeding their capabilities or networking privileges.
- Ability to install, test, maintain, and upgrade network
operating systems software; and/or ensure the rigorous application
of information security/information assurance policies, principles,
and practices in the delivery of network services.
- Provided monthly activity reports on tracking of trouble calls,
outages, port problems and resolutions, and routine maintenance
pertaining to CHLK NAVAIR operations.Basic Qualifications
- US Citizen
- DoD Secret Clearance
- HS diploma with 5+ years of prior relevant experience
- Valid DoD 8570 IAT Level II: Security+ or higher Certification,
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Must demonstrated expertise in IT Enterprise Operations and
Network Operations
- Experience with Microsoft Windows OS, version 10
- Experience with HP Service Manager, Remedy, or similar
Service/Help Desk ticket management software
- Advanced network troubleshooting skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills Must be able to
lift and carry 50 lbs for up to a 100 feet at a time; must be able
to lift 25 lbs vertically using ladders
- Must be able to work in confined spaces, such as raised floors
or communications closets; must be able to work in noisy
environments, such as data centers and operations centers; must be
able to stand or sit for 8 hours at a time
- Must be able to utilize basic hand tools such as screwdrivers
and wrenches while rack mounting active and passive equipment using
small screws and brackets
- Must have normal color vision to identify different colors of
wires and cables; must have correctable vision to 20/20 or better
so you can see objects and information displayed in schematics,
test equipment, and computer monitors; must have depth perception
to be able to judge distance between objects to work safely on
ladders and in confined spaces; must be able to use and read
digital test equipment such as OTDR (optical time-domain
reflectometer)
- Must be able to drive corporate vehicle to different locations
to work on projects and troubleshoot; valid state license
requiredPreferred Qualifications
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Strong leadership skills
- Self-motivated/ self-directing
- Strong collaboration, prioritization, and adaptability skills
required. Relationship building
- Ability to manage and prioritize own work, and that of their
team
- Independent decision making
- Analytical thinking; thinking out of the box
- Ability to effectively communicate with all organizational
levels (SME to Senior Management)
- Ability to analyze problems at various levels (e.g. detail
level, overall organizational impact, etc.)Pay Range: $55,000.00 -
$91,520.00Original Posting Date:2024-04-08While subject to change
based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this
job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an
anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original
posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range -The Leidos pay
range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a
guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered
in extending an offer include (but are not limited to)
responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge,
skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with
market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other
law.
Keywords: Leidos Inc, Norfolk , Communications Network Engineer, Engineering , Norfolk, Virginia
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