NETWORK ENGINEER

Job Description and Tasks: The contractor personnel will provide A&AS support to the J61 Architecture and Engineering Division to ensure the Command's IT architecture and engineered IT solutions meet or exceed documented requirements and are effective and suitable for USSTRATCOM. Tasks performed by the Contractor will assist Government decision making processes on the best way forward for IT rationalization, modernization, and sustainment actions.

Job Requirements/Required Skills:

• Senior-Level Network Engineer with specialized knowledge, skillsets, and experience on modernizing, refreshing, and integrating new networking capabilities (both physical and virtual networking) at an Enterprise-level utilizing new techniques and software defined networking constructs.
• Familiar with the latest switching / routing technologies and models for deployment, metrics and monitoring solutions, automated techniques for network management, configuration, and patching.
• Associated knowledge in related networking technologies including IP Address Management (IPAM), load-balancers, firewalls, proxies, taps, etc.
• Cisco Professional-level networking certification and related technology certifications are highly desired.
• A minimum of ten (10) years experience as a Systems Engineer with documented experience supporting SE Processes and associated Technical Processes which include: Requirements Tradeoff, Architecture Design, Cost Estimation, Technical Assessments, Technical Planning, Configuration Control Boards, Capabilities Based Assessments, Integrated Baseline Review, Lifecycle Sustainment Planning, Information Assurance/Cybersecurity, Requirements Traceability, Statement of Objectives or Work, Systems Engineering Plan, Work Breakdown Structure, and Technical Audits. Reference the DoD Systems Engineering Guidebook dated February 2022 located at https://ac.cto.mil/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Systems-Eng-Guidebook_Feb2022- Cleared-slp.pdf for clear definitions of the listed SE and Technical Processes.
• Requires documented Project Management skills with a minimum of two (2) years of monitoring, managing, and assessing progress of complex IT projects. In lieu of Project Management experience, a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification can be substituted for one (1) year of Project Management experience.
• include DoD 8500 series Directives and Instructions (Cybersecurity / Information Assurance / DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditations Process / Risk Management Framework), DoD 8100 series Directives (Cyber Workforce), and CNSSI 1253 (Security Controls for National Security Systems). In lieu of specific DoD cybersecurity policies and regulations, candidate can articulate training and experience with relative Commercial / Industry level cybersecurity policies and regulations.
• As USSTRATCOM matures the DoD-D 8140 Cyber Workforce program, Contract team members may be subject to Cyber related certification requirements. If directed by the USSTRATCOM 8140 Cyber Workforce Manager, Contract team members will be required to obtain certification meeting 8140 series requirements within 6- months of notification. Associated training and certification costs will be at the expense of the Contractor to obtain required certification. If personnel cannot meet certification requirements, the Government may direct removal of personnel from the Contract team.
• A minimum of five (5) years' experience demonstrating written and oral communication skills including developing and presenting complex written products and oral briefings for senior leaders at the O-6/GS-15 level or higher.

Desired Skills:

• Cisco Professional-level networking certification and related technology certifications are highly desired.

Education:

• Master s degree in any engineering discipline or Computer Science can be substituted for six (6) years of SE experience.
• Bachelor s degree in any engineering discipline or Computer Science can be substituted for four (4) years of SE experience.
• In lieu of Project Management experience, a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification can be substituted for one (1) year of Project Management experience.

Security Clearance: TS with SCI Eligibility

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Constellation West will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

About The Organization

Constellation West is an award winning company that delivers Information Technology (IT) engineering services and solutions and non-IT subject matter expertise worldwide. Established in 1997, Constellation West is an industry leader, partnering with key organizations. As a prime contractor or preferred subcontractor, we have a continual list of opportunities to fill nationwide with multiple agencies such as the Department of Veteran Affairs, the Department of Defense, civilian agencies, and the national intelligence community. Many positions supporting the U.S. federal government require our employees to be granted security clearances.

Constellation West strives to provide fully integrated solutions that cover all aspects of system and network engineering, administration, and management. We believe in attracting the right people ready to take on exciting challenges and be part of a dynamic team. Are you one of them? Do you have the expertise and knowledge to solve complex problems? If yes, join us and be a part of an exhilarating work environment that rewards your hard work and dedication. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference!

Benefits include but are not limited to:

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive 401(k) plan

Competitive Health Benefits

11 Paid Holidays!!

15 PTO Days!

Veteran Hiring Preference

Constellation West is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V