Associate Network Engineer Jobs in Athens, AL (NOW HIRING)

We are searching for a Network Engineer on an effort supporting our Federal Government Client in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will provide technical engineering support for our large federal government agency's highly complex network infrastructure environment to include multiple enclaves comprising various classification levels.  

Network engineering support includes all engineering activities required to support the standard information technology lifecycle.  The ideal candidate will provide design and engineering activities in support of new network solutions for a multi-enclave enterprise network environment which encompasses various technology. In addition, the candidate will provide network support on an as needed basis to resolve networking issues that have not been resolved by the first three support tiers.

• Gather user network requirements utilizing multiple methodologies to provide necessary technical documentation, system requirements documents, systems security requirements documents, and system test plan. 
• Install, maintain and evaluate network systems and communications systems. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues involving various protocols, topologies, networking hardware, etc. 
• Conduct network architecture design, feasibility and cost studies. 
• Utilize extensive knowledge of internetworking, computer systems, routers, switches, firewalls, and peripherals to enhance understanding of current network designs and to collaborate with other team members to develop new network designs. 
• Apply technical and business experience and understanding to improve processes and procedures for deploying and maintaining network infrastructure. 
• Work independently and collectively to help improve network solutions and contribute to network service improvements. 

• Active Top Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain SCI
  • There is a CI polygraph test that is administered by the customer once onsite as well
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience designing, developing, and implementing network solutions
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting complex Local Area Networking (LAN) issues and resolving Wide Area Networking (WAN) problems and supporting of cost-effective, high-performance IP and LAN/WAN solutions.
• Experience with Cisco routing platforms, such as Aggregation Services Routers (ASRs)
• Hands on knowledge of routing protocols and technologies including BGP, EIGRP, DMVPN, GRE
• Hand on knowledge of Layer 2 technologies including STP, MST, VLANS
• Experience providing Tier 3 support and issue resolution
• Experience with network design and traffic engineering
• Experience providing senior-level engineering support
• Large enterprise environment experience
• Excellent communication skills

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher
• Experience in network engineering within the federal intelligence community
• Ability to adhere to a disciplined troubleshooting methodology, and ensure task/mission completion, along with creating and maintaining necessary information
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail

Xpect Solutions, LLC is a one-of-a-kind employer with a talented team that is cleared at various levels and is certified in dozens of industry-recognized certifications. Our talented staff are the key to our success. They bring the knowledge, experience and technical skills to deliver the best solutions to our customers.

We support our team by providing open communication, win-win partnerships with clients and vendors, a team-oriented culture that supports employee focus on professional development and growth for a long-lasting and happy career.

We offer a benefits package that is designed to keep our most important assets - our employees - healthy, happy, energized and moving forward. Our philosophy is simple - empower our employees with the benefits, resources and the financial incentives they need to be successful.

Benefits and Perks:

• A Company Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision plan
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 3 weeks of annual PTO
• 11 days of Holiday PTO
• Performance Awards
• Referral Bonuses (of up to $5,000)
• Education Reimbursement/Training (of up to $2,500/year)

#CJ