• Cisco Network Engineer

    CACI International (Sterling, VA)


    Cisco Network Engineer

     

    Job Category: Information Technology

     

    Time Type: Full time

     

    Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

     

    Employee Type: Regular

     

    Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

     

    Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

     

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    As the Network Engineer, you will support our nation’s intelligence and DoD community. You will have the opportunity to work with the nation’s largest data sets and assist in solving our nation’s most complex data challenges. You will complete a variety of interesting tasks focused on network engineering and collaborate with others on the project to brainstorm about the best way to tackle complex problems.

     

    In this position, you will be responsible for router/switch configuration and security management. The network includes local and geographically dispersed LAN enclaves connected by WAN links.

     

    • Establish Ports and Service Requests.

    • Ensure the integrity of integration, innovation and provisional communications architectures.

    • Install, support and maintain communications network components as well as planning for, and responding to, communications outages and other problems.

    • Routinely check the status of network communications systems.

    • Ensuring all network devices are configured and functioning properly.

    • Troubleshooting any networking issues that arise.

    • Monitoring the network for performance issues or failing equipment.

    • Analyze the network for optimization opportunities.

    • Maintain backups of all device configurations.

    • Maintain all network diagrams.

    • Create network diagrams for new capabilities that are presented.

    • Attend meetings that may require technical input.

    • Provide recommendations regarding the network infrastructure.

    • Manage IP databases.

    • Configure new or replacement equipment.

    • Experience with ticketing and collaboration systems such as Confluence and Jira.

    Qualifications

    Require:

    + Active TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph

    + Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years experience (in IS Technology, Computer Science or related field) or 9+ years equivalent experience without a Bachelor's degree.

    + DOD Directive 8570 IAT II certification (Security+ or equivalent).

    + Experience with Cisco network equipment (e.g., Catalyst switches, Nexus switches…etc.)

    + Experience with Layer 2 switching technologies.

    + Good understanding of Layer 1 and 2 troubleshooting and technologies.

    + Experience with documentation tools (Visio, Excel, Word).

    + Experience with network monitoring tools.

    + Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

    + Strong customer service skills.

    + Motivated self-starter with an analytical focus, problem solving skills, time management skills.

    + Actively seeks to enhance the group through knowledge sharing.

     

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    What You Can Expect:

    A culture of integrity.

     

    At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

     

    An environment of trust.

     

    CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

     

    A focus on continuous growth.

     

    Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

     

    **Your potential is limitless.** So is ours.

     

    Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

     

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    **Pay Range** : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .

    The proposed salary range for this position is:

    $94,400 - $198,300

     

    _CACI is_ _an Equal Opportunity Employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any_ _other protected characteristic._