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TekSynap

Network Engineer - Lead

Posted 12 Days Ago
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
80K-100K Annually
Expert/Leader
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
80K-100K Annually
Expert/Leader
Leads the planning, design, installation, migration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of LAN/WLAN and telecommunications networks. Configures routers, switches, wireless controllers, VLANs, and IP addressing; develops implementation plans, technical documentation, bills of materials, and cost analyses. The role requires active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, extensive network engineering experience, relevant Cisco, Juniper, or Ruckus certification, IAT Level II certification, and 60–75% travel.
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Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Leads and/or the planning, analysis, design, testing, and troubleshooting of networks or operational systems.
  • Provides comprehensive technical support and/or leadership for elements such as complex processes, applications, systems, software, networks, satellites, telecommunications, facilities, or machinery.
  • Leads and/or perform project planning, scope, control, management, tracking, or review activities.
  • Support includes, but is not limited to, elements such as research, studies, requirements/specifications definition, analysis, assessments, planning, acquisition, design, development, integration, overseeing, testing, installation, performance tuning, operation, deployment, or maintenance. Interfaces with users at all levels during the support process.
  • Leads and/or performs technical document development/preparation.
  • Uses applicable methodologies, modeling/estimating techniques, tools, applications, systems, software, or databases at advanced levels to perform assigned tasks.
  • Ensures compliance with, and/or may develop, the standards and organization requirements relative to cyber security.
  • Leads and/or provide telecommunications enhancement designs for medium and large-scale telecommunication infrastructures.
  • Generate a cost analysis based on historical data to compare OEM electronics and provide a recommendation to the government.
  • Leads and/or provides configuration and installation of network routers, switches, wireless controllers, and access points.
  • Leads and/or implement Campus Area Network and VLANs subnet IP addressing migrations.
  • Leads and/or provide Implementation Plans and other documentation as required by the PWS.
  • Leads and/or develops List of Materials for all hardware and installation materials necessary to complete the installation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Active Secret Clearance.
  • Ability to obtain a US passport.
  • Bachelor of Science in electrical, computer, or electronics engineering (or closely related curriculum).
  • 15+ years of information systems engineering experience with LAN/WLAN network surveys, designs, configurations, and implementations with relevant technical training and/or certifications.
    • The degree can be substituted for years of experience.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with Microsoft Word.
  • System Certification - Must possess one of the following:
    • Cisco (CCNP)
    • Juniper (JNCIS-ENT)
    • Ruckus (RCNI)
  • One of the following active IAT Level II certifications:
    • CCNA-Security
    • CySA+
    • GICSP
    • GSEC
    • Security+ CE (Preferred)
    • CND
    • SSCP
Overview

We are seeking a Network Engineer - Lead to join our travel team in the United States.


TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.


We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. 

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Location: Remote/Travel
  • Type of environment: Remote
  • Noise level: Low to Medium
  • Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
  • Amount of Travel: 60-75%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds.


The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.


WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

  • US Citizenship
  • Active Secret clearance

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00.  The salary range displayed is an estimate only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements.  The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. 


OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.


Many positions require specific certifications and/or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements. 


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.


TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [email protected] for assistance.

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