Network Engineer

Tyto Athene is searching for a Network Engineer to support our Walter Reed Medical Center support program.

Responsibilities:

• Deploy and sustain new or existing information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other communications networks.
• Administers day-to-day sustainment, integrity, security, and availability of the network.
• Perform daily performance monitoring, capacity analysis, and maintain security posture of the network.
• May assist architecture and engineering with evaluation, making recommendations and testing of network hardware and software products.
• Creates standard operating procedures, maintenance guides, and knowledge base articles to ensure proper documentation is established for the operational upkeep of the network.
• Performs network infrastructure maintenance upgrades to ensure proper security and operational posture is maintained.
• Ability to work with other senior technical and user staff to complete projects.
• Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems.
• May train less experienced staff.

Qualifications

Required:

• Clear understanding of OSI Model Layers 1-3, to include TCP/IP, VTP, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols, and EIA/TIA cable standards
• Must be familiar with firewall and VPN technologies
• Strong network experience maintaining switches and routers, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN problems
• Good knowledge of general security methodologies
• Must have strong oral and written communications skills
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering or related technical discipline and 3 years related experience
• Four (4) years of progressive experience demonstrating the required proficiency.
• Compliance with DoD Directive 8570.01 "Information Assurance Training, Certification, and Workforce Management required
• IAT Level II certification required (Security+ CE etc)
• Must be able to respond to network issues and complete assigned trouble tickets at all network data closets.
• Create and provide daily or weekly work reports as required to management.
• Learn, monitor, manage, and update network management tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Visio.
• Provide after-hours on-call and downtime support on rotational basis.
• Must be able to work on feet for extended periods of time. Must be able to install network equipment. Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Obtain, maintain access to DMHRSi program and complete bi-weekly DMHRSi workload documentation.

Clearance:

• Active Secret clearance required

Desired:

• DoD and/or medical network experience preferred
• Current CCNA, or Juniper/Brocade equivalent, desired

About Tyto Athene

Compensation:

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains-Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT-empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.

At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto?

Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.