Responsibilities

Gathers information concerning the capabilities of Company products; investigates the technical capabilities of Company products and competing equipment and/or solutions; stays abreast of developments in hardware and software. Generates quantifiable requirements based on customer description, system planning and design, and ensures requirements comply through formal verification methods. Translates high level product development strategies into network and system requirement specifications and works with other engineering disciplines to develop lower level detailed implementation requirements. Establishes and coordinates development of standards, practices, and procedures as related to the overall network and system development. Designs interfaces and brings network and system elements together so they work as a whole. Assesses performance using evaluation criteria and technical performance measures. Customer liaison and support for business development activities and to understand and shape requirements. Develop and implement QoS for a voice/video/data network environment Use network/application performance management tools to troubleshoot, analyze, test, and provide recommended solutions for performance problems Develops and generates conceptual, logical, and physical network architectures, resulting in documents and drawings, testing analyses, test plans, and risk assessments to ensure sound architecture Provide operational support services for WAN and LAN technologies Plans network layouts and configures systems to user environments Analyzes network topologies and traffic, and capacity requirements Work with DOD customers to fill information gaps and communicate architecture and technical solutions Supports the acquisition of hardware and software, as well as needed Develop detailed logical designs in areas of: Gigabit Ethernet Switching/Routing (EIGRP & BGPv4), QOS, DMVPN, IPv4 & Multicast architecture Perform Network Engineering and Architecture Duties for a Wide Area Networking environment

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience) Required Skills and Experience Clearance Required: TS/SCI CompTIA Security+ Plus Certification Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification (copy presented with application) 3+ years of Cisco Routing and Switching experience; demonstrated technical proficiency in LAN, WAN, Network Management, and Security. Knowledge of DHCP, DNS, Demonstrated ability to handle several projects simultaneously Must have a strong, proven background with experience with Cisco Routing and Switching Strong attention to detail, good documentation skills, and ability to write clear, concise project reports Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills Demonstrated ability to function with minimal instruction or supervision, or as a part of a larger team reporting to formal project management. Strong communication and organizational skills Demonostrated experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level networks Demonstrated knowledge of EIGRP, BGP, QOS, DMVPN, and other WAN-based technologies 3+ years of Network Integration Experience Demonstrated experience with Layer 2, 3, and 4 networking - Advanced knowledge and experience with EIGRP and BGP routing protocols Advanced knowledge of multicast protocols/architecture Experience with IPv4 Current and active U.S. Passport Current and active U.S. Driver's License Must have the ability to wear personal protective equipment, including a protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor, and chemical/biological protective garments Medically/Physically fit for deployment with U.S. Military Forces Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) under the provisions of USCENTCOM Medical Standards Preferred Skills and Experience Experience support U.S. Special Operations Experience with Agile development methodologies and working with Agile teams using collaboration tools such as Gitlab. Experience with working with CM tools, including Gitlab, Git-centric, and CI/CD workflows What You Can Expect Interview & Hiring Process If you are selected to move forward through the process, here s what you can expect: During the Interview Process Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team Camera must be on A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview During the Hiring Process Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening Background check, to include: Criminal history (past 7 years) Verification of your highest level of education Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application Employee Perks At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Corporate Discounts Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content Training, Education and Certification Assistance* Referral Bonus Program Internal Mobility Program Pet Insurance Flexible Work Environment *Available to full-time employees Our employees unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets. Posted Pay Range The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an at-will position and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Pay range: $90,000 - $100,000 Annually

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience) Required Skills and Experience Clearance Required: TS/SCI CompTIA Security+ Plus Certification Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification (copy presented with application) 3+ years of Cisco Routing and Switching experience; demonstrated technical proficiency in LAN, WAN, Network Management, and Security. Knowledge of DHCP, DNS, Demonstrated ability to handle several projects simultaneously Must have a strong, proven background with experience with Cisco Routing and Switching Strong attention to detail, good documentation skills, and ability to write clear, concise project reports Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills Demonstrated ability to function with minimal instruction or supervision, or as a part of a larger team reporting to formal project management. Strong communication and organizational skills Demonostrated experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level networks Demonstrated knowledge of EIGRP, BGP, QOS, DMVPN, and other WAN-based technologies 3+ years of Network Integration Experience Demonstrated experience with Layer 2, 3, and 4 networking - Advanced knowledge and experience with EIGRP and BGP routing protocols Advanced knowledge of multicast protocols/architecture Experience with IPv4 Current and active U.S. Passport Current and active U.S. Driver's License Must have the ability to wear personal protective equipment, including a protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor, and chemical/biological protective garments Medically/Physically fit for deployment with U.S. Military Forces Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) under the provisions of USCENTCOM Medical Standards Preferred Skills and Experience Experience support U.S. Special Operations Experience with Agile development methodologies and working with Agile teams using collaboration tools such as Gitlab. Experience with working with CM tools, including Gitlab, Git-centric, and CI/CD workflows