Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $100-$120k

Location: Joint Base Andrews, MD (On-Site Required)
Clearance Requirement : Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Company Overview

At FWDthink , we are at the forefront of technological innovation, providing cutting-edge solutions in technology, cybersecurity, and government contracting. We support Federal, State, Local Government, and Commercial clients, focusing on technology solutions, acquisition support, financial management, and consulting.

Our culture is rooted in collaboration, empowerment, and continuous learning, where every team members contributions are valued. We believe in authenticity, simplicity, and kindness, encouraging experimentation, creativity, and disruption of outdated paradigms. We are a company of creators, aligning our resources, tools, and strategies to drive mission success.

Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that empowers innovation and service.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced network engineer to design, implement, manage, and maintain our enterprise-grade network infrastructure for our DoD client. This role requires advanced expertise in engineering and administering multiprotocol devices, multilayer switches, network security devices, and network management systems. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience with enterprise-class networks and demonstrate managerial and project management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a DoD network infrastructure, including Cisco applications (ISE & DNAC), Cisco network devices, F5 appliances, and RSA appliances.
• Enhance LAN, WAN, and WLAN architectures for optimal performance, capacity, and scalability.
• Implement and maintain robust network management and monitoring systems to achieve zero downtime.
• Install, configure, and manage switches, routers, and other networking devices.
• Automate repetitive networking tasks, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in their execution.
• Implement and enforce network security measures to align with business requirements.
• Conduct network performance and integrity tests, analyze results, and generate detailed reports.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of network disaster recovery plans.
• Resolve escalated network-related support issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for the network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with business partners to provide network engineering support and solutions.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.

Required Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Active Security+ certification.
• Active CCNA certification.
• Proficiency with Cisco ISE and DNAC applications.
• Strong understanding of IPSec and MPLS infrastructure for WAN connectivity.
• Hands-on experience with F5 appliances and RSA devices.
• Ability to automate networking processes and monitor their impact.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to interact with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• A results-driven attitude with a focus on continuous improvement.

This position offers the opportunity to play a critical role in maintaining and optimizing a secure, high-performance network infrastructure for a dynamic organization. If you have a passion for networking technologies and the skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

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