Network Engineer (TS/SCI + Poly)

Description

The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company is seeking a Network Engineer with a TS/SCI + Poly clearance (applicable to this customer) to join one of our top projects in McLean, VA. Below is an overview of the project, as well as information on our company, and our benefits.

THE PROGRAM

The DarkStar Group's team provides Analytic Software Development, Data Engineering, and Cloud Migration services, as well as interagency communication and data-sharing solutions, as part of an enterprise program that spans two major Intelligence Community customers. This project regularly has new openings for Software Engineers, Cloud Infrastructure Experts, DevOps Engineers, Data Engineers, SharePoint Developers and Administrators, ServiceNow Developers, and various other types of IT professionals.

Work on this program takes place in Herndon, McLean, and Bethesda (we cannot support remote work) and requires a TS/SCI + Polygraph clearance (acceptable to this customer).

The Role

• The DarkStar Group is looking for a Network Engineer to join our Team! You will support the customer's data communications network; maintain the network hardware and software, as well as monitor the network to ensure availability to all system users; and perform the necessary maintenance to support network availability. You will support the customer by computing and leading the network builds and deployments within mission critical environments in the Intelligence Community.
• When you join us, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of our Enterprise Training Program to expand your technical expertise. You will need to be proficient in CISCO network solutions, as well as software defined networks and firewalls from AWS, CISCO, Google and Microsoft.
• The purpose of thise program, is to provide DevOps, applied technology investigations, operations and maintenance, and infrastructure lifecycle support services across the enterprise. If you are self-motivated and driven to automate to help the Government gain efficiencies, then this position is for you!

Responsibilities:

• Designing, installing, testing network infrastructure, configurations, and equipment such as firewalls, routers, and switches
• Perform routing network maintenance, patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting
• Installing and maintaining network cabling systems (pulling, terminating, and testing)
• Identifying and resolving issues related to network infrastructure
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skill, along with excellent collaboration and communication skills with technical and non-technical users
• Experience coordinating and implementing network upgrades
• A combination of experience with network monitoring, scripting, and automation
• Hands-on experience managing a large-scale enterprise spanning on-premises local area networks (LAN) and cloud platforms (software defined networking/SDN)
• Extensive experience implementing and troubleshooting network technologies such as SD-WAN, VRFs, OSPF, EIGRP, OMP, BGP, MPLS, and multicast
• Strong working knowledge of circuits management (LTE, Broadband, and dedicated T1 - 100Gb, Ethernet, etc.) and ability to run cable, as needed
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic team environment with changing requirements and competing priorities
• May need to occasionally work off hours for network maintenance and changes
• Lead Network Builds
• Manage on prem LAN and VLANs
• Troubleshoot network outages/restore as quickly as possible
• Manage network equipment among multiple locations with the DMV
• Apply network security techniques to include creating VLAN's, configuring port security, and network interfaces
• Create a weekly activity report

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree preferably in an IT related field 7 years of related experience; or a Master's with 5 years of experience; an Associates with 8 years of experience.
• CCNA or CCNP certification
• Azure network knowledge, including skill with hub/spoke topology and familiarity with VNets, SNets, Network Security Groups, Route Tables, peering connections and route propagation
• Direct experience with at least one other of the following cloud service providers: AWS, Google, or Oracle
• Azure premium firewall policies knowledge, including hierarchy of rule collections (DNAT, Network and Applications, traffic shaping, IP groups)
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing network infrastructure, routing, and integrating with cloud infrastructure and partner networks
• Proficient in network provisioning and troubleshooting on complex, global WANs, using CISCO and Palo Alto, or similar equipment
• Demonstrated experience with network management systems like CISCO ISE and Junos Space
• Demonstrated experience automating routine tasks with tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform
• Demonstrated experience managing and maintaining network infrastructure and systems
• Demonstrated experience obtaining system authorizations and maintaining their security posture
• Understanding of network security
• Experience with Next Generation Firewalls
• Experience with Perimeter security best practices
• Demonstrated experience with troubleshooting network outages/incidents and restoring services
• Demonstrated experience with managing network equipment
• Experience with creating firewall rules to allow/deny network traffic
• Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to estimate work effort requirements efficiently and appropriately
• Strong public speaking skills and professional demeanor required

Desired Skills (Optional)

• Direct experience with Terraform Infrastructure as Code -IaC
• Experience with Insider Threat programs
• Experience with managing and using Dev Ops concepts

Why Choose The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company

The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company, started with a simple, American idea: we do things not because they are easy but because they are hard. The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company, exists to answer challenges. We do it for customers in defense, intelligence, homeland security-anyone whose job it is to advance America's strategic position. The size of the challenge we face demands new skills, new backgrounds, and new thinking. That's what we're here to deliver. And when you work shoulder to shoulder with brilliant people tackling the most high-stakes challenges, it's invigorating. Our culture is built on collaboration, mission-focused innovation, and a commitment to excellence, where every challenge we answer opens the door to a new possibility.

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We're purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense-including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At The DarkStar Group, a GRVTY Company, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

The DarkStar Group, A GRVTY Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email ds_recruiting@grvty.comor call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.

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