Deployment Network Specialist

M9 Solutions is seeking a Deployment Network Specialist to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in Springfield, VA. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the O&M Network Engineer in Pre-Installation, on-site deployment, and go-live testing.
• Prepare and perform on-site network surveys at client sites.
• Participate in infrastructure configuration and testing activities prior to deployment.
• Be directly involved in the hands-on implementation at client sites. 
• Perform root cause analysis to troubleshoot & identify issues at all layers of the network.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and manage network security across a multi-enclave environment.
• System configuration based on security policy and guidelines.
• Domestic and international travel is expected.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field AND 7+ years of working experience in a networking role OR 12+ years of work experience in a networking role.
• Strong communication skills and experience using ticketing.
• DoD Manual 8140 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Certification for Intermediate level Network Operations Specialist DCWF Code 441.
• Ability to identify cable colors, markings, or labels.
• Must be detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), can communicate with all levels of the organization, and present complex and technical concepts to non-technical team members.
• An ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• An ability to develop and follow processes and standard operating procedures.
• Deployment of network equipment and technology, with working knowledge of network devices and configuration.
• Able to use device command line interfaces (CLI) and make configuration changes as needed.
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Experience with cloud provider environments such as AWS and Azure, with IL-2 or higher experience a plus.
• Working knowledge of WAN technology and deployment, and troubleshooting different communication circuit types.
• Understanding of layer 1 technologies and their capabilities and limitations, including cable management, cable types, media converters, circuits to include CPE, Telco & Demark, etc.
• Experience in creating network diagrams, rack elevations, and cable drawings.
• Installation experience with routers, switches, firewalls, and Security and Encryption appliances.
• Understanding of networking protocols and technologies (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, MPLS, QoS).
• Juniper/HPE/JUNOS experience is a plus.