Collaborating with Agile Scrum teams as a key contributor responsible for the implementation of advanced network communications and cybersecurity capabilities, including the selection of hardware and software and the design of infrastructure services required to enable the cybersecurity capabilities. Fully develop and configure solutions for networking devices to include firewalls, load balancers, routers, and switches Implement firewall policies as requested by administrators from other teams Break fix actions/O&M Upgrading and maintaining network device software for compliance and vulnerabilities Sustainment of networking architecture Data center hardware management to included racking and de-racking hardware occasionally Monitors the status of the network and responds to issues/tickets requests that occur using network monitoring and performance tools Work with engineering to developing high quality technical documentation, including user guides, test plans, and contract deliverable items and supporting product line training.MANDATORY SKILLS: Required Skills: U.S. Citizenship Must have an active/current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability Must be able to work first shift schedule Must be able to travel domestically Must be able to support on-site work (Position is hybrid, with a minimum of 20% on-site work requirement) 8+ years of professional networking experience TCP/IP networking, VPN encryption, firewalls, and SNMP-based network management experience In depth knowledge and advanced troubleshooting experience in regard to Layer 2 functionality and protocol in a Cisco/Juniper environment Experience with troubleshooting and implenting Layer 3 routing protocols over a multi-site environment in a Cisco/Juniper environment Must have strong knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting IPSEC VPN and firewall architecture Must have a strong knowledge of LAN/WAN protocolsOPTIONAL SKILLS: Experience with BGP and OSPF routing protocols Experience using network monitoring and automation tools for troubleshooting and task simplification Technical understanding of cybersecurity attack techniques and associated mitigation techniques Experience troubleshooting and implementing VPN technologies Experience implementing firewall base policies using Juniper firewalls Familiarity with AWS and/or Azure networking and connectivity to on-prem environmentsDesired Certifications: Infrastructure-related certification preferred such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-Junos), Juniper Networks Certified Specialist Security (JNCIS-SEC) Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification About Avid Technology Professionals Avid Technology Professionals, LLC (ATP) is a premiere provider of software and systems engineering, and acquisition program management services for the community. ATP is actively seeking to pursue contract opportunities with other departments and agencies in the federal government, in state governments, and in the commercial sectors. Delivered by seasoned experts in the IT field, ATP solutions adeptly address the IT concerns manifesting in both the federal and commercial sectors. Employee Benefits The ATP Employee Benefits package includes:
- A Supportive and Equitable Working Environment that is both Stimulating and Challenging
- Competitive Hourly Salary
- Unique Employee Success Sharing Program that allows ATP employees to Share in Company's Successes
- Automatic Approved Overtime (as long as contract permits)
- Retirement Pay (401K); 100% company paid, immediately vested with Profit-Sharing Component
- Company Medical Coverage Plans - HMO, Open Access, PPO plans
- Company Dental Plan - widely accepted, comprehensive, and flexible
- Progressive Overtime Policy
- Flexible Spending Account benefit
- Lucrative Referral Bonus Policy
- Holiday Scheduling that Coincides with Government Holidays
- Robust Professional Expenses & Training Program
- Computer Allowance
- Internet Allowance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance