network engineer

About the job
Location:  Chantilly, VA

Description:  Our client is currently seeking a Network Engineer for an onsite position in Chantilly, VA.

The position will be the secure data center's subject matter expert in network infrastructure and switching. Must have 10+ years' experience working with Cisco technology, CCNP certification strongly preferred.

Minimum Requirements

10+ years of experience working with Cisco technology. 
Experience deploying and managing cloud-based network services and monitoring tools at IL-6.
Strong technical background in Data Center (DC) technologies, including (but not exclusive to) servers, storage, virtualization, networking, infrastructure management, and data center facilities (power, cooling, ironwork, cabling)
Hands-on experience with Cisco, F5, Palo Alto technologies
Considered a Subject Matter Expert demonstrating a clear understanding of troubleshooting methodologies.
Possess project management skills setting up and executing projects. Able to work with vendors, create statements of work, develop requirements and obtain quotes.
Submission of plans, budgets and forecasts including Change Management submittals. Knowledge of Cloud Architecture and Air Force SIPRnet network operations.
The ability to lead technical teams in investigating, analyzing, defining, tailoring, and implementing technology solutions to create greater alignment between technology and business goals.
The ability to create and define network requirements for new products, including technical documentation for all relevant processes and technologies, as well as implementation plans & procedures for implementing changes.
DoD 8140 compliance; Computing Environment CCNP desired.
Must have Active Secret Clearance.

Other Desired Skills

Excellent communication skills; must be part of a collaborative, high-energy team in helping to stand up this new capability for the Department of Air Force.
Working/supporting Cisco switching and routing, Visio to support building multiple views of network architecture, F5, VMWare, Microsoft, Citrix, Cisco VOIP, Cisco ISE, Splunk, Palo Alto, security appliances, firewalls, IDS/IPS
Familiarity with Air Force policies and environments