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KBR Senior Network Sustaining Engineer in Wallops Island, Virginia
Title:
Senior Network Sustaining Engineer
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Job Posting Description / Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Must currently have an active or have open/ongoing investigation for US government security clearance (Secret).
KBR is seeking a Senior Network Sustaining Engineer to work closely with the Network Asset Planner and Network Sustaining Engineer Lead on day to day tasking and priorities related to engineering and sustaining engineering projects at NASA Wallops, as follows:
Provide assessment artifacts and generate as required
Be available during assessments to field subject matter expert related questions
Facilitate/enhance Security, Asset and Configuration Management data collection
Support engineering and sustaining engineering projects as the network engineering and IT Security representative
Establish networking environment by designing system configuration; directing system installation; defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards
Develop and maintain network topology, boundary diagrams, and data flow diagrams
Develop and maintain the master list of ports protocols and services in use on the RMN to de-conflict new systems/devices being added to the Range/environment.
Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability
Maximize network performance, troubleshoot network problems and outages
Secure network systems by implementing security controls and establishing and enforcing policies; defining and monitoring access
Report network status by gathering and prioritizing information
Support network related projects
Configure and install various network devices and services (switches, firewalls, VPN, QoS)
Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes
Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning
Track inventory and life-cycle of network equipment, technology refresh, and software support
Select and implement security tools and procedures as outlined in the system security plans
Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
Assist with preparing Statement of Works and seeking vendor input
Approve network design projects to ensure FISMA compliance.
Work closely with Operations staff to design and implement technical solutions
Lead network testing efforts by preparing plans and procedures, conducting tests, and preparing test reports
Required Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of experience
Skills/Certifications:
Required:
Proven ability to research and problem-solve, both independently and within a team environment
Must be able to clearly communicate and socialize with personnel
Must be able to comprehend and follow complex procedural documentation and guidance
Strong interpersonal skills to work directly with client, teammates, business partners, end-users, and other stakeholders
Possess CISCO CCNA
Possess or actively pursuing CISCO CCNP
Must have expertise with SolarWinds
Must have expertise with CISCO ISE
Must possess Firewall certificates
Experience in IPv4 and IPv6 implementation
Desired:
SolarWinds Certified Professional
Travel
Periodic travel as often as 4 times per year in durations of 1-4 weeks to remote locations is anticipated and required for this position.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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