NETWORK ENGINEER LEAD - JBLM MTC

At Phoenix Defense, our team members have incredible opportunities to work on state-of-the-art modeling and simulation programs that prepare the nation’s armed forces to protect and serve our country and allies throughout the world. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and an entrepreneurial spirit to join forces to create the future while having fun along the way.  Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our customers while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Training Support Lead - JBLM.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• The overall communications architect for the MTC with coordination responsibility with outside agencies and MTC branches.
• The Network Engineer Lead shall create/establish communications architecture, provide oversight (maintenance and repair) of current and future network infrastructure, coordinate communications plans, configure communications equipment, and assist in installing equipment and circuitry in support of distributed exercises.
• The Network Engineer Lead coordinates all aspects of the communications architecture and exercise support plans with communications planners at other simulation facilities, the JBLM NEC, and participating tactical units.
• Plans include distribution of data, voice, and VTC over both LAN and WAN in both classified and unclassified modes for networks, MTC SIMNETs, NIPRNET, SIPRNET, tactical networks, and transport (e.g. JTEN, KTEN, GAIT, etc.).
• Designated to act for the TST team leader when work is being performed outside of standard operating hours or during the team leader’s absence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA or BS degree in Network Management, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network architecture design and implementation.
• Possess advanced planning, troubleshooting and maintenance skills on the Microsoft server platform and CISCO router, switch and network firewall architecture and configurations.
• Strong understanding of technology integration and information flow including LAN/WAN, firewalls, security, storage, and backup methodologies.
• Knowledge of specific product lines (e.g. Cisco, SolarWinds, Hewlett Packard, Tripwire).
• Understand the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Certification & Accreditation process and Information Assurance requirements.
• Must meet DODM 8140.03 (DOD 8570.01-M) IAT II DCWF requirements.
• This position requires TS/SCI Security Clearance.