Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position.

Job Title: Network Engineer I

Security Clearance: Secret

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Testing, or a related field.

Experience Requirement:

• A minimum of one (1) year of related tactical network engineering experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree can be substituted with an additional five (5) years of related experience performing tactical network engineering functions.

Location: APG (Aberdeen Proving Ground)

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Job Description:

We are looking for a motivated Network Engineer I to join our team. This position focuses on the design, integration, and maintenance of tactical and strategic communications networks, playing a crucial role in supporting the Army's communication systems.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Network Design & Maintenance: Design, plan, install, integrate, and maintain backbone core-area tactical and strategic communications networks, including components of the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) and the Global Information Grid (GIG).
• Requirements Gathering: Work closely with users and stakeholders to gather requirements from Operational Need Statements and Capability Production Documents (CPD) for Army tactical communications systems, translating these into standards-based, cost-efficient technical solutions.
• Architecture Development: Develop network architecture for adjacent, higher, and lower units, as well as for allied nations, other government agencies, and commercial service interfaces.
• Engineering & Integration: Responsible for the engineering design, development, integration, installation, operation, and maintenance of the tactical network.
• Technical Support: Support technical tasks in the integration of Data/Voice/Video/Telephony in the Tactical Network. Provide engineering and technical documentation and assist in the development of technical requirements, specifications, plans, and reports.
• Equipment Labs Support: Provide technical support in PM TN equipment labs, developing equipment and network configurations and products.
• Technology Testing: Support technology insertion testing related to emerging PM TN Networks requirements and capabilities.
• Cisco Systems Experience: Utilize knowledge of Cisco IOS and NXOS, Cisco ISE, Cisco UCS Networking and Configuration, and Cisco ASA. Proficient in routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, RIP, EIGRP, and multicast, with a background in designing and implementing LANs and VLANs.
• Virtualization & Storage Technologies: Familiarity with virtualization and storage technologies from VMware, EMC, NetApp, Microsoft, Dell, HP, and others.

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Required Expertise:

• Military Network Knowledge: Understanding of current and future Force tactical and strategic military communications networks, including architecture, protocols, security, network management, and physics.
• Technical Proficiency: Basic experience in network design, integration, and troubleshooting within military contexts.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze and resolve network issues effectively.
• Team Collaboration: Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Testing, or a related field.
• 1+ years of tactical network engineering experience in a military or similar environment.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and experience with Cisco systems preferred.

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JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™

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