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Public Trust
Unspecified
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
Alexandria, VA (On-Site/Office)
Provides functional and empirical analysis related to the planning, design, installation, and implementation of the network infrastructure. Configures network devices including the restoration of hardware and software. Anticipates and mitigates potential attacks through network or other connections to ensure the security of the system. Works with end users and vendors to resolve network hardware and software issues. May develop and administer training for process improvement. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter. May act as a lead.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Job ID
2025-17105
Work Type
Remote
Pay Range
$90,000 - $125,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
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Work Where it Matters
Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.
As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Responsibilities
- Serves as a subject matter expert for a project to migrate remaining U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Cisco routers from existing Verizon circuits to AT&T circuits
- Strong understanding of data communication protocols (TCP/IP) and telecom services such as T1/T3/OC3/MPLS/SD-WAN/PPP/Cellular
- Manages triage, configuration, and QA/testing for the engineering team
- Assists with Tier II/III engineering support response
- Trains and mentors junior engineers
- Lead and contribute to the development and implementation of network architecture and design solutions
- Follow standard operating procedures including the use of ticketing systems and documentation
- Responsible for continual process improvement of team engineering efforts
- Responsible for assessing team's circuit migration completions and associated reporting to stakeholders
- Work is 90% remote, with travel for on-site work at the USCG site in Alexandria, VA or Portsmouth, VA
- Expected work week is 40 hours, Monday - Friday, 0800 - 1600. Although work is mostly expected during the day, due to the need to accommodate the client's desired circuit-migration schedule, work may need to be performed outside of core working hours.
- While performing remote work, video teleconferencing is expected in a distraction-free environment. A neutral or professional background (can be a corporate-approved digital background) and appropriate professional dress (e.g., no T-shirts, sweatshirts, etc.) are required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in IT related field plus 4-years of relevant experience, or 10 years of relevant networking experience
- Public trust or higher security clearance
- Active CISCO Certified Network Professional CCNP certification or higher
- Current IAT Level II certification
- Extensive hands-on experience analyzing and configuring Cisco routers
- Expert understanding of the following concepts and technologies: IP, ACL, BGP, OSPF, and VPN
- Experience leading engineering teams
Job ID
2025-17105
Work Type
Remote
Pay Range
$90,000 - $125,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.
As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
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Be part of something bigger. With Akima, you’ll enjoy the agility and autonomy of working for a small business, while also being supported by an enterprise over 10,000 employees strong. Career growth and opportunity? Look no further.
