Network Engineer

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Network Engineer to join our Air Force / Space team at Eglin AFB.Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited ToResearching, developing, and implementing solutions for daily operational issues and forward-looking network evolution.Providing Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for network testing and operations, including attending meetings to discuss project status and changes.Managing the local network test environment, including routers, switches, firewalls, servers, CUCM, and VOIP phones.Creating and updating complex documentation and diagrams for all projects and configuration changes made to the network.Maintaining and developing changes involving firewalls across multiple vendors, routers, switches, TACLANES, Solarwinds, GEM One, Nexus switches, vPC, and Hyper-V server environments.Working through security STIGs to determine and implement compliance for all devices and configurations.Creating and tracking Service Requests in the Service Management Tool to coordinate facility installation activities, while collaborating with outside agencies for resources, quotes, and training.Minimum QualificationsA bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 7 years of direct/related experience is required. An additional 2 years’ experience can be substituted in lieu of a degree.An active/valid DoD 8570.01-M IAT-II certification with a background in providing technical support in a customer service role.Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows desktop and server operating systems, Microsoft Exchange Server, and RHEL operating systems administration, associated hardware, and virtualization technologies.Working knowledge of CISCO network, switching, Local Area Network (LAN), and Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies, alongside data backup methodologies.Working knowledge of communication security (COMSEC) policies, integration, and a clear familiarity with DoD policy as it applies to implementing and executing system and network administration.Working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework, Common Criteria, System Security Policy, and current relevant experience with PL2 and PL3 network environments/systems.Experience solving technical problems quickly, automating repetitive processes, utilizing WSUS and/or YUM patch deployment, and applying industry standards within an enterprise-level Windows environment.Clearance RequirementsMust have a current/active Top Secret Clearance with SCI EligibilityEligibility for access to Special Access Program InformationWillingness to submit to a Polygraph if requestedPhysical RequirementsThe person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.”Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs