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Network Engineer

By Light Professional IT Services

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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
CI Polygraph
IT - Software
Fort Meade, MD (On-Site/Office)

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains. CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.

Position Overview

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains. CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.

Position Overview:

The network engineer will manage IT requirements, provide technical support, and oversee the inventory, lifecycle management, and security of IT assets with a SCIF.

This position is located onsite, Annapolis Junction, MD.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the complete setup and maintenance of IT infrastructure within the SCIF, ensuring all systems and networks meet security requirements for classified environments.
  • Coordinates with stakeholders to identify, procure, and implement necessary IT resources and infrastructure.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant SCIF standards and all applicable regulations regarding secure environments.
  • Ensures all tasks are executed efficiently and within budget.
  • Identifies and documents project dependencies, resources needed, and timelines, maintaining clear communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develops and maintains project documentation, tracking progress, milestones, and any risks or issues.
  • Implements and oversees all security measures for classified IT networks within the SCIF, in accordance with relevant Army and federal guidelines.
  • Ensure that all systems comply with DoD standards for secure networks, facilitating inspections and audits as required.


Required Experience/Qualifications

  • 5+ years of networking experience in a SCIF environment.
  • Demonstrated experience in Linux, Windows Server, and/or Networking Appliances.
  • Experience with developing Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms).
  • Ability to provide effective technical support for hardware, software, and network issues within a SCIF
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification or ability to achieve certification within 6 months of start of employment.


Preferred Experience/Qualifications

  • Experience working in an Agile environment.
  • RMF experience


Special Requirements/Security Clearance

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U. S. Citizenship status and a TS/SCI security clearance and ability to successfully pass a CI polygraph if requested by customer.

Occasional travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The above is intended to describe the general contents of and requirements for the performance of this job.

Salary Range

Based on the roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for this position is: $120,000 - $155,000.

The annual base salary provided is a guideline for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. When extending an offer, CESI also considers other variables such as (but not limited to) work experience, education, training, skill set, internal peer equity, clearance level, and market conditions. In addition, CESI provides an extensive selection of benefits and offerings to our employees.

Benefits Overview

CESI recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Wellness Program
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Education & Training
  • Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)

CESI is committed to principles of inclusion and equal employment opportunity. We foster a non-discriminatory, professional work environment for all our teams. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
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Founded in 2002 as a small family business, By Light has expanded to a large, diverse organization with more than 2,000 employees working with numerous Government and Commercial clients at locations around the world. Driven by a management team steeped in practical experience from Defense, Intelligence, Federal Healthcare, and Commercial sectors, we are trusted to provide reliable, cost-effective IT and Cyberspace Operations solutions to each customer on every project.
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Job Category
IT - Software
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI