Implementations Network Engineer II

Perform installation oversight, configuration, testing, monitoring, servicing of network equipment, and activation of DoD network services/projects in accordance with DISA standards. Primary Responsibilities: Lead and train team on implementation activities and processes Execute customer coordination, Initial Test & Acceptance (IT&A), required reporting, and all data entry for new service activations Work with customers, solution architects, and vendor SMEs to implement changes and identify/analyze/resolve issues Manage Service Orders per Change Management procedures; ensure TSOs are accurate and in place Initiate device configurations using configlets Analyze DISN and supporting databases to validate/implement customer requirements Design/implement solutions to complex problems via testing, documentation, and configuration modifications Coordinate/program circuit activations with commercial vendors for end-to-end connectivity Monitor networks post-change to confirm traffic behavior and detect customer impact; incorporate lessons learned/customer reporting Engage DISA PMs/customers to resolve unclear/incomplete requirements and drive approvals to keep requests moving Requirements Required Qualifications: BS + 4–8 yrs relevant experience OR MS + 2–6 yrs relevant experience Strong knowledge of network hardware specs, configuration/testing processes, and performance/problem management Network architecture/technology evaluation & needs assessment experience Experience with data/voice network design over transmission systems, including: Routing protocols: BGP, ISIS (and OSPF preferred/commonly used) Switching: trunking, VLANs WAN/circuit configurations (incl. multiplexers), router-to-router connectivity Working knowledge of: DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, WAN, VPN, VLAN, VRF Familiarity with network appliances: routers, load balancers, DNS servers, firewalls Strong communication skills; collaborative, team-oriented, self-driven Benefits Core Benefits: Paid Time Off PTO):TEN (10) Paid days off & FIVE (5) Floating days off. Holidays: 11 Paid Holidays. Flex time can be utilized instead of holiday time usage. Payroll: Paid Bi-Monthly. 401(k): Partnered with the SECOND LARGEST Retirement plan provider in the U.S. Guaranteed 3% match. Eligibility – 21 years of age or older, after 3 months of employment Individual or company-wide performance and recognition awards (Quarterly Health Benefits: UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO, extensive national coverage. INCLUDES: Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA. Eligible on the first of the month, immediately after the start date. Submit the enrollment form within 30 days of your start date otherwise, you will have to wait until October for the new year enrollment. Quality of Life Benefits: Training & Career Development Reimbursement of Tuition and training needed to support career development. $150 monthly reimbursement contribution paid monthly towards parking expenses. Receipts must be submitted by the close of business on the 25th of each month. Reimbursements will be paid on the first payroll AFTER reimbursements are submitted each month. Special Benefits: Performance bonus – Project-based Yearly bonus – Company based