Network Engineer (Senior Level)

Who we are.

Platinum Technologies is a Northern Virginia based integrated solutions firm that specializes in Cybersecurity, Cloud and Digital Services to the Public Sector. Our team solves hard problems and helps our Mission Partners achieve their goals. If you are self-motivated, possess demonstrated learning agility, and are passionate about delivering high-quality work products – we want to hear from you.

We lead with technical expertise, but that is just the tip of the iceberg – the ‘Why’ matters. At Platinum, we don’t hire people to do a job. We provide professional and leadership development to complement our self-motivated domain experts. Our teammates are dot-connecting leaders that operate in a mutually accountable environment to deliver thought leadership, expert technical analysis, and quality execution for our clients. 

You.

Platinum Technologies currently has an opportunity for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to help develop emerging technologies for special operator Develop emerging technologies for special operator requirements

This role is HYBRID. Located at MacDill AFB, Tampa, Florida. Candidate must hold an active TS/SCI clearance.

What you get to do.

•Designs, develops, implements, and fields networking environment by designing system configuration; participating in and overseeing system installation; defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards

•Plans network layouts, configures systems to user environments

•Perform equipment operational tests in accordance with existing test plans and instructions, collect and record completed test data, and identify/report findings of any failed test parameters

•Configuration and interconnectivity testing of Cisco firewalls, switches, and routers

•Configuration and testing of encryption devices as it pertains to inclusion in network upgrades

•Deploying to install configured equipment in various worldwide locations

•Troubleshooting and back-side support of deployed personnel and associated equipment

•Conduct site surveys across all deployed locations

•Managing documentation by finalizing all checklists and diagrams for customer evaluation and approval

Required Skills.

•Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology or related field of study.

•Minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience

•Active TS/SCI Clearance

•DoD IAT 8570 (CCNA/CCNP Sect )

•Demonstrated proficiency in layer 2 switching and layer 3 routing; designing of complex routing and switching schemes to support changing environments

•Deep understanding of and hands on experience with Cisco IOS, Cisco Firewalls, and networking technologies is preferred

•Demonstrated proficiency in EIGRP,OSPF, STP, VTP, ACLs, and Layer 3 tunnels with understanding how to monitor network devices to perform fault and root cause analysis

•Experience with Cisco, switches, routers, cryptographic devices, VPN, and VPN client.

•Experience with supporting IP services to connect to NIPRNET/SIPRNET (IPv4, VPN, IPv6, Multicast, BGP, etc.)

•Ability to analyze and evaluate networks, identify issues, and provide solutions

•Experience with security documentation and accreditation life cycles is preferred.

•Understanding and working knowledge of BGP is preferred

•Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

•Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork and customer service

•Strict attention to detail

The Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religious creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, or genetic information.