Platform Software Engineer

Systems Engineering Solutions Corporation is a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. federal government agencies. They are seeking a Network Administrator to support the design, implementation, and management of network infrastructure as part of a large technology refresh initiative.

Responsibilities:

• Manage LAN infrastructures to include access points (WAPs), wireless LAN controllers, and integrations into Software Defined Access (SDA) infrastructures
• Oversee and implement switch provisioning (configuration) and implementation across multiple sites, including coordinating cutover logistics and change management
• Establish network monitoring for newly installed and replaced equipment
• Support and operate Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) sites
• Support and maintain network equipment and configuration (routers and routing)
• Utilize and implement network orchestration tools and techniques to facilitate automated and consistent configurations, management, testing, deployment, and operations of physical and virtual devices within the network
• Manage status, errors, and inbound and outbound traffic statistics of all routing interfaces, bandwidth utilization, and errors of all inbound and outbound LAN/WAN circuits
• Provides consulting services to members of the professional staff and to the customer in the analysis and design of data processing systems, management systems, scientific systems, and other related areas
• Makes technical decisions on kinds of data to be gathered and methods to be used in data collection and analysis
• Provides technical direction, guidance, and assistance to assigned projects, suggesting efficient approaches and methods for solving problems
• Develops analytical and computational techniques and methodology for problem solution
• Provision and configuring switches and routers
• Assists with vulnerability patching and IOS upgrades
• Prepares and presents written and oral reports
• Analyzes, diagnoses, and recommends solutions to complex problems
• Escalate issues to vendor and third-party entities, as necessary and directed by the Government
• Generates / updates network documentation in coordination with the onsite installation resources
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and client personnel at all levels
• Produce knowledge base articles and SOPs

Requirements:

• Public Trust Clearance or the ability to obtain
• ITILv4 Foundation Certification within 120 days of start date
• Previous experience with vulnerability patching and IOS upgrades
• Previous experience supporting and operating Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) sites
• Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments
• Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments
• Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns
• Perform systems management and integration functions
• Proven ability to work independently in a full and/or partial remote environment with limited supervision
• Possess the ability to communicate in both oral and written forms, demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff as well as clients
• Maintain standard working hours per the DIGIT contract and to be available for meetings, and other collaborative efforts during working hours
• Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments
• Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks
• Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA)
• Proficiency in wireless survey software such as Ekahau, both in actual survey functions and engineering and architecture based on the data
• Proficient in configuring the following protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and Static routes
• Familiar with SD-WAN architectures such as VMware (VeloCloud)
• Design network architecture for Software Design Access / Software Defined Networks, utilizing Cisco Catalyst Center
• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including holidays as scheduled
• Familiarity with the following technologies: Active Directory, Windows, ServiceNow, Network Monitoring Systems (Solarwinds), Cisco Prime, LAN/WAN control protocols, Cisco SDA
• Proficiency in the Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meet, Docs, Slides, Sheets), Slack, and ServiceNow