Network Engineer (CONUS Travel), Senior at Navstar Inc. in Reston, Virginia

Job Description:

Would you like to perform rewarding work while contributing to the success of an established, growing company? Navstar is an award-winning organization that has a proven track record of successfully providing IT services and solutions both as a prime and sub-contractor on mission focused IT programs. Our employees are integral players in support of mission-critical programs focused on our National Security. Navstar is seeking a Lead Network Engineer to support a high-profile client based in the Northern Virginia area. This role will require extensive CONUS travel. Candidates must be skilled in designing large- and small- scale campus and wide area networking (WAN) solutions.

Role Description:

• Plans network design, layout and develops the baseline configuration for the system.
• Create detailed and accurate supporting documentation (engineering orders, Bill of Materials, etc.) to complete assigned tasks.
• Analyzes network topologies and traffic and capacity requirements and provides recommendations and guidance.
• Briefs government customer and other contractors on recommended solutions and designs.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to users to operation staff.
• Perform general network administration duties as needed.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.
• Perform cable infrastructure tasks.
• 75% CONUS travel in support of site surveys, installation, and other duties as assigned.
• Participates in special projects as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• To be eligible for this position you must hold an active TS/SCI clearance, polygraph preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• At least 7 years’ experience with network operating systems (Cisco, Juniper; Novell and Windows Server); network hardware (routers; switches; cabling and other essential network hardware); and LAN/WAN protocols (OSPF; BGP; MPLS). Type 1 Encryption.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNP) or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Active CompTIA Security + Certification

COVID-19 Considerations:

Full vaccination against COVID-19, and compliance with the Company’s vaccination verification procedures, is required for this position, unless the individual is legally entitled to a reasonable accommodation for medical or religious reasons.

About Navstar

For 20 years Navstar has provided high-quality Innovative Technology Services and Solutions throughout the Intelligence Community. We would not have achieved the success we have without the best AllStar team; this is not just a place to work, Navstar is a community. At Navstar everything we do revolves around listening to both our customers and employees, delivering the results they expect, and being a trusted partner as both a prime and subcontractor. We have proven track record of successfully providing innovative technology services and solutions on highly mission-focused programs; all while enjoying what we do at the same time. Security is our priority; together, we will make the nation a safer place.

Benefits at Navstar

• Highly Competitive Health Care Premiums, including 100% employer paid for employee
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
• Generous PTO and Federal Holiday Paid Leave
• Employer Paid STD/LTD
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401K plan and Employer Match
• Referral and Opportunity Referral Programs
• Professional Development Assistance

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Navstar, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religious beliefs, national origin, disability, U.S. veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

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