Tyto Athene is searching for a Senior Network Engineer to provide technical support for the development, test, deployment, and sustainment of a complex system. As a Network Engineer on this program, you will be a member of a team that interacts with technical and non-technical teammates including customers and vendors. You will be looked at as a subject matter expert in all things related to the IP network- including the WAN and LAN in multiple environments (DEV/TEST and Production). In this role, you will provide technical assistance, administer configurations, support testing, recommend enhancements, and troubleshoot and resolve issues associated with the various network components.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with DRSN engineers and site personnel for coordinating deployments and maintenance actions.
• Evaluate system network requirements and make appropriate technical recommendations.
• Proficiency with Juniper networking devices to include establishing remote management connectivity, updating the operating systems, coordinating and performing verification test (BER or "burn-in" tests) configuring alarm and system profiles, and configuring/testing various layers of the OSI model.
• Assist IA personnel regarding network security and SSP maintenance. Ensure that the network configuration meets all IA requirements.
• Perform installation test and acceptance (IT&A) of network components both directly through the various GUI/CLI or interface systems, by directing and/or facilitating remote testing with on-site field engineering support.
• Monitor network performance.
• Support deployments as required.
• Expert Knowledge of IP principles.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of overall related experience or Master with 10+ years. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience in remotely configuring networking or transport devices.
• Ability to map IP addresses and subnets for networking devices or ability to establish in-band/out of band management connections on transport devices.
• Ability to interpret network topology diagrams and proposed device configuration changes.
• Knowledge of configuring, deploying and supporting HAIPE (KG-175D)- especially with GD GemOne.
• Security+
• Must possess current DoD 8750 certification at IAT level II, Security +ce

Desired:

• Proficiency with Juniper IOS or other IP/transport specific management tools (EMS) and general practices. Expertise in IP technologies, i.e. Networking architectures and methodologies and Voice Services
• Proficiency in at least two or more of the following devices: SONUS SBC, Juniper MX5 routers, Juniper SRX firewalls, Juniper EX switches, SONUS SBCs, KG175
• Proficiency in at least one of the following tools: SolarWinds or Junos Space
• Basic Linux Administration or command line interface (CLI) and scripting skills.
• JNCIA or JNCIP
• Proficiency with RADIUS, SNMP, and NTP protocols
• General knowledge of TLS and PKI
• Proficiency with Juniper networking devices.

Clearance: 

• Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance.

Location:

• Ft. Meade, MD

Travel:

• 10%

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.