Senior Network Engineer

VTG is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to work On-Site in Stafford/Quantico, VA.

Job Description:

VTG has an immediate opening for a Senior Network Engineer to work in support of the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) Operations and Support Services (OSS) program in Quantico, VA. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical background; experience with complex systems, and the ability to work in a team environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, maintain, update, and refine networks
• Implement, manage, and monitor Cisco ASA firewalls
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues and outages
• Document networking configurations, diagrams, and rack layouts.
• Evaluate network performance and make appropriate recommendations
• Examine network vulnerabilities and determine actions to mitigate them
• Provide off-hours support as needed for system upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities
• Recommend, schedule, and/or implement repairs within the network environment
• Schedule and perform backups on all network components
• Conduct functional, interoperability, and security testing
• Analyze system performance for potential security problems
• Participate in technical incident response and security assessment activities
• Ensure network components maintain compliance with NIST security requirements
• Develop network documentation such as diagrams and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Provide network and system administration support to the CODIS Helpdesk; ability to perform analysis of CODIS applications and lab operational environments
• Deploy and install the CODIS software and upgrades to the latest software baseline
• Support labs with other CODIS-related software and processes to include Trellix ePO, MS WSUS, backup configurations, etc.
• Support other system administration / engineering tasks as needed

Required Skills :

• Active Top Secret clearance
• 5+ years of experience with Cisco ASA firewalls including VPN configurations, implementing changes, and monitoring
• Experience configuring, hardening, and managing Cisco switches and routers
• Experience documenting network and rack diagrams
• IPSEC VPN tunnel management
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking
• Hands on experience in the administration of Cisco Networking equipment.
• Security scanning and remediation of vulnerabilities
• Maximize network security by monitoring patching processes and improving as necessary
• Expertise with Cisco fabric ACI and configuration of ACLs
• Port security management
• Manage SSL/TLS Certificates associated with the Certificate Authority (CA)
• Interact directly with customers for troubleshooting of certificate and key related issues
• Perform and interpret Wireshark captures
• Comprehend networking concepts like routing (Static & Dynamic), VLANs, Switch-Router Configuration, AAA services, virtual networking, etc.

Desired Skills:

• Working knowledge of Active Directory, SQL Server, IIS, Group Policy, digital certificates, multi-factor authentication, DNS and DHCP to be able to troubleshoot installation and functional issues within various environments
• Knowledge of Splunk Monitor
• Automation of administrative tasks using PowerShell

VTG is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. VTG promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.