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Top Secret/SCI
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$125,000 - $150,000
IT - Networking
Macdill AFB, FL (On-Site/Office)
ClearanceJobs is assisting our client in filling a Senior Computer Network Architect position located ON-SITE at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, FL.
This position requires TS/SCI clearance and works in support of the United States Air Force Mission Partner Capabilities Office (USAF MPCO), which assumes responsibility for modernization, management, integration, operation, maintenance, and sustainment of the Mission Partner Environment (MPE) capabilities, including numerous legacy capabilities.
The MPCO also provides DoD-wide enterprise-level development, integration, systems engineering, and synchronized delivery of mission capabilities and DoD-wide enterprise services that support interagency, multinational, coalition, and combined C2I coalition information sharing requirements. These capabilities include cross-domain solutions, cybersecurity, and interoperability testing. The MPE is designed and optimized to meet the Commanders’ critical interoperability requirements across all warfighting functions and allow access to information by authorized users. The MPE also provides users access to common warfighter functions and mission applications with the goal of a standardized network infrastructure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Top Secret clearance, with SCI eligibility
• Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks
• Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures
• Expertly manages and maintains the availability, performance, and reliability of voice, video, and data communication networks through comprehensive troubleshooting, configuration, upgrades, planning, design, evaluation, and selection, ensuring strict adherence to defined Service Level Agreements
• Proactively monitors network service performance against defined metrics, identifying and resolving potential issues to maintain stability and optimal performance
• Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to meet a wide range of network needs
• Implements and manages security controls for network services, adhering to organizational policies and industry best practices to ensure overall compliance with relevant IT and regulatory policies
• Designs and implements network layouts, including the configuration of routers and switches in complex enterprise environments
• Analyzes network topologies, traffic patterns, and capacity demands to ensure efficient resource utilization and plan for future needs
• Executes service requests related to network infrastructure changes and deployments
• Participates in service continuity and disaster recovery planning and testing to ensure network resilience and maintain system backup and recovery capabilities.
• Provides clear and concise reporting on network service availability, capacity, and performance to stakeholders.
• Develops and maintains comprehensive network documentation, including topology diagrams and operational procedures.
• Supports procurement processes for network hardware, software, and subcontractor services.
• Leads technical teams or tasks, driving projects to successful completion and providing guidance to less experienced personnel.
• Provides technical support and problem resolution for network users as needed.
• Performs essential network administration functions to maintain system integrity and operational efficiency.
• Collaborates on and contributes technical expertise to special projects aimed at enhancing network capabilities
• Evaluates new and emerging communication technologies to identify opportunities for network enhancement and improvement
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies and best practices in network engineering, particularly with Cisco and/or Juniper platforms
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• 10+ years of professional Information Technology experience in network administration, design, management, engineering, and/or architecture
• 6+ years of experience supporting a component of the Department of Defense
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering discipline: Computer Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or similar.
• Proven ability to communicate orally and in writing with the highest levels of management, and the ability to professionally prepare and present analytical documents for senior military and defense officials
• Experience with service continuity and disaster recovery planning and testing
• Experience in developing and maintaining comprehensive network documentation
Technical Certifications:
• Required (Minimum): Cisco CCNA or equivalent industry-recognized networking certification
• Required: Security+ CE or equivalent security certification
Technical Skills:
• Expert-level knowledge of routing and switching protocols and technologies (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, QoS)
• Excellent skills in network analysis, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
Strong understanding of network security principles and technologies (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection)
• Strong understanding of network design principles and best practices
• Proficiency in network monitoring and management tools
Working knowledge of scripting/automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible) is a plus
Soft Skills:
• Proven ability to analyze customer requirements and provide effective technical solutions
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong commitment to organizational and industry compliance policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks
PREFERRED:
• Technical Certifications: Cisco CCNP, Juniper JNCIP, or other relevant professional-level certifications. Relevant security certifications such as CISSP. ITIL Foundation certification (v3 or v4)
This position requires TS/SCI clearance and works in support of the United States Air Force Mission Partner Capabilities Office (USAF MPCO), which assumes responsibility for modernization, management, integration, operation, maintenance, and sustainment of the Mission Partner Environment (MPE) capabilities, including numerous legacy capabilities.
The MPCO also provides DoD-wide enterprise-level development, integration, systems engineering, and synchronized delivery of mission capabilities and DoD-wide enterprise services that support interagency, multinational, coalition, and combined C2I coalition information sharing requirements. These capabilities include cross-domain solutions, cybersecurity, and interoperability testing. The MPE is designed and optimized to meet the Commanders’ critical interoperability requirements across all warfighting functions and allow access to information by authorized users. The MPE also provides users access to common warfighter functions and mission applications with the goal of a standardized network infrastructure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Top Secret clearance, with SCI eligibility
• Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks
• Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures
• Expertly manages and maintains the availability, performance, and reliability of voice, video, and data communication networks through comprehensive troubleshooting, configuration, upgrades, planning, design, evaluation, and selection, ensuring strict adherence to defined Service Level Agreements
• Proactively monitors network service performance against defined metrics, identifying and resolving potential issues to maintain stability and optimal performance
• Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions to meet a wide range of network needs
• Implements and manages security controls for network services, adhering to organizational policies and industry best practices to ensure overall compliance with relevant IT and regulatory policies
• Designs and implements network layouts, including the configuration of routers and switches in complex enterprise environments
• Analyzes network topologies, traffic patterns, and capacity demands to ensure efficient resource utilization and plan for future needs
• Executes service requests related to network infrastructure changes and deployments
• Participates in service continuity and disaster recovery planning and testing to ensure network resilience and maintain system backup and recovery capabilities.
• Provides clear and concise reporting on network service availability, capacity, and performance to stakeholders.
• Develops and maintains comprehensive network documentation, including topology diagrams and operational procedures.
• Supports procurement processes for network hardware, software, and subcontractor services.
• Leads technical teams or tasks, driving projects to successful completion and providing guidance to less experienced personnel.
• Provides technical support and problem resolution for network users as needed.
• Performs essential network administration functions to maintain system integrity and operational efficiency.
• Collaborates on and contributes technical expertise to special projects aimed at enhancing network capabilities
• Evaluates new and emerging communication technologies to identify opportunities for network enhancement and improvement
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies and best practices in network engineering, particularly with Cisco and/or Juniper platforms
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• 10+ years of professional Information Technology experience in network administration, design, management, engineering, and/or architecture
• 6+ years of experience supporting a component of the Department of Defense
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering discipline: Computer Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or similar.
• Proven ability to communicate orally and in writing with the highest levels of management, and the ability to professionally prepare and present analytical documents for senior military and defense officials
• Experience with service continuity and disaster recovery planning and testing
• Experience in developing and maintaining comprehensive network documentation
Technical Certifications:
• Required (Minimum): Cisco CCNA or equivalent industry-recognized networking certification
• Required: Security+ CE or equivalent security certification
Technical Skills:
• Expert-level knowledge of routing and switching protocols and technologies (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, QoS)
• Excellent skills in network analysis, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
Strong understanding of network security principles and technologies (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection)
• Strong understanding of network design principles and best practices
• Proficiency in network monitoring and management tools
Working knowledge of scripting/automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible) is a plus
Soft Skills:
• Proven ability to analyze customer requirements and provide effective technical solutions
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong commitment to organizational and industry compliance policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks
PREFERRED:
• Technical Certifications: Cisco CCNP, Juniper JNCIP, or other relevant professional-level certifications. Relevant security certifications such as CISSP. ITIL Foundation certification (v3 or v4)
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