Senior Network Engineer

Altamira Technologies has a long and successful history providing innovative solutions throughout the U.S. National Security community. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Altamira serves the defense, intelligence and homeland security communities worldwide by focusing on creating innovative solutions leveraging common standards in architecture, data and security. Altamira believes that our people and the culture of our company differentiate us from other companies.

Position Location

Chantilly

, VA

Position

Senior Network Engineer

Position Description

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer responsible for configuration, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a critical operational network. Provides an engineering resource to support data communications and related applications requirements. Provides administrative support of installed systems/networks. Responsible for planning and implementing the necessary hardware, software and telecommunications equipment to maintain and/or enhance the organization’s networks. Evaluates vendor products and recommends purchases. Recommends and implements network policies and procedures and ensures adherence to security procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installations, configurations, upgrades, and maintenance of network equipment (switches, firewalls, and load balancers)
• Monitor network performance and troubleshooting
• Document network configurations and diagrams
• Provide technical support to system operators
• Assist in implementing STIG compliance

Desired Knowledge and Skills

TCP/IP Model

Routing

Switching

• Multi-chassis groups - Multi-Link Aggregation Domain or Switch Aggregation Groups
• Link Aggregation Control Protocol 802.3ad
• VLANs and VLAN Trunking, (802.1q & 802.3ac)

Network Time Protocol

Troubleshooting

Access Control Lists

Firewalls

Security Zone

Security Policies

Network Address Translation

Troubleshooting

Load Balancing

Virtual Servers

Server Pool

Health Checks

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s in computer science or information technology, 10+ years of experience

Master’s in computer science or information technology, 5+ years of experience

Must currently possess a TS/SCI w/CI polygraph.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $180,000 to $225,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the scope of the position, relevant experience, education, certifications, internal equity, customer contractual requirements, security clearance requirements, and other legitimate business considerations.