Network Engineer II

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Requisition #: 825

Job Title: Network Engineer II | Exempt

Location: 1000 N Payne St Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Clearance Level: Active DoD - TS/SCI w/Poly

Required Certification(s): 

·       Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification

SUMMARY

DIA serves as the Executive Agent for the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS) providing Wide Area Network capability at the TS/SCI level to the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, non-title 10, and non-title 50 entities. DIA’s Office of the Chief Information Office operates the JWICS Program on behalf of the agency, operating and maintaining the architecture supporting its nearly 250K users. The JWICS PMO manages JWICS and the associated Modernization effort by overseeing the research, development, design, and implementation phases to deliver new capabilities and maintain current operations of the JWICS architecture.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.     

·       Responsible for tasks assigned by project managers in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.       

·       In-depth knowledge of TDM networks.      

·       Dress, terminate, and test cables and components.

·       Ability to work with power tools and ladders.

·       Install, maintain and repair voice and data communications systems.       

·       Interpret service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.    

·       Test, locate, install, and repair cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.  

·       Verify work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.      

·       Verify service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.    

·       Well-versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.      

·       Document network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.      

·       Maintain network by troubleshooting and repair outages; testing network back-up procedures; update documentation.     

·       Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.     

·       Participate in special projects as required.  

·       Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Certifications

·       Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification

Education, Background, and Years of Experience

·       Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to the position; an additional 2 years of experience be substituted in lieu of a degree     

·       Minimum six (4) years of relevant experience in addition to education level      

·       Experience working in a DoD or IC environment desired

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills

·       Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to the position; an additional 2 years of experience be substituted in lieu of a degree        

·       Minimum six (4) years of relevant experience in addition to education level      

·       Experience working in a DoD or IC environment desired 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions

·       Contractor site with 0%-10% travel possible. Possible off-hours work to support releases and outages. General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are not hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.

Strength Demands

·       Light – 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs.  A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls.

Physical Requirements

·       Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. 

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

Happy - Be Infectious.

Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive.

Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.

Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.

Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.

Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.

Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

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