Senior Network Engineer at ECS FEDERAL LLC in Quantico, Virginia

Job Description:

ECS is seeking a
Senior Network Engineer to work in
Quantico, VA.  

ECS is seeking an experienced Network Engineer (Sr.) to support cutting-edge technology for law enforcement and scientific organizations. The Network Engineer will design, install, maintain, and evaluate network systems and communications systems.

We are seeking a creative problem solver, who enjoys the challenge of tackling technical tasks and problems with little oversight, enabling the team to release their application optimally, and connecting dots to think at the broader, solution level. A strong desire and aptitude for learning is a must with a proven ability to adapt and drive change - our solution is rapidly evolving, along with new requirements, technologies, and an evolving threat landscape. We seek a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to implement new technologies and systems in a team environment where deadlines are important.

Responsibilities of the Network Engineer include but are not limited to: 

• Gathers user network requirements utilizing multiple methodologies to provide necessary technical documentation, system requirements documents, systems security requirements documents, and system test plan. 


• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues involving various protocols, topologies, networking hardware, etc. 


• Assist with network architecture design, feasibility, and cost studies.


• Utilize knowledge of internetworking, computer systems, routers, switches, firewalls, and peripherals to enhance understanding of current network designs and to collaborate with other team members to develop new network designs.


• Apply technical and business experience and understanding to improve processes and procedures for deploying and maintaining network infrastructure.


• Work independently and collectively to help improve network solutions and contribute to network service improvements.


• Support Continuity of Operations (COOP) operations as needed.


• Responsible for design, deployment, testing, certification, patching, backups, and addressing interoperability issues for all features, components, and application dependencies. To include switches, firewalls, load balancers, software defined networking, private cloud requirements, etc.


• Document networking configurations, diagrams, and rack layouts.


• Examine network vulnerabilities and determine actions to mitigate them ensuring compliance with NIST Security requirements.