Network Associate Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Overview

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Columbus, OH ; or New Cumberland, PA ;
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 10%

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Top Secret - IT-I security clearance, Tier 5/SSBI Investigation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer Senior to join our Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Ten (10) years of telecommunications experience, with at least eight (8) years focused on local area network (LAN) and/or wide area network (WAN) environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex telecommunications applications across all phases of network design, implementation, and analysis.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage large-scale telecommunications projects.

Certifications

• F5 Certified Administrator/Certified Technical Specialist/Certified Solution Expert Certification
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Baseline Certification:
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA-Security)
  • COMPTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • Certified Network Defender (CND)
  • COMPTIA Security+ CE
  • Professional (GICSP)
• Computing Environment Certification (one of the following):
  • Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA)
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert - Enterprise Infrastructure (CCIE- EI)
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert - Enterprise Wireless (CCIE-EW)
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP E)
  • Check Point Certified Systems Administrator (CCSA)
  • Check Point Certified Security Principles Associate (CCSPA)
  • Check Point Certified Systems Engineer (CCSE)
  • Check Point Certified Systems Master (CCSM)
  • Sun Certified Network Administrator (SCNA)

Clearance

• Top Secret – IT-I (Tier 5/SSBI) Critical Sensitive Clearance

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs and manages all phases of telecommunications network design, implementation, and analysis for complex applications.
• Analyze, design, develop, and manage telecommunications networks supporting a wide range of capabilities, including voice, data, video, and wireless services.
• Independently perform, or work under only general direction, on moderately to highly complex requirements involving network analysis, planning, programming, and implementation.
• Design and analyze voice networks, WAN and LAN data networks, wireless networks, and network management systems to support enterprise communications services.
• Develop network designs and implementation plans covering the full lifecycle of telecommunications systems, from project inception through installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Analyze data transport requirements and system characteristics to define technical problems, develop system requirements, and produce detailed network specifications.
• Coordinate closely with other information systems professionals to ensure effective and secure implementation of network services.
• Collaborate with functional users to develop alternative technical solutions and backup/contingency plans.
• Manage complex telecommunications projects involving all phases of network design, implementation, and operational analysis.
• Lead and manage the evaluation and cost estimation of voice and data WAN services from telecommunications carriers.
• Design access and backbone networks utilizing carrier-provided services or managing the design and analysis of wireless voice/data networks using private radio facilities or commercial services.
• Provide technical and administrative direction to personnel responsible for telecommunications network design, implementation, and operations.
• Review work products for technical accuracy, adherence to design standards, and compliance with schedules and user requirements.
• Prepare and deliver milestone status reports, briefings, and presentations on network progress to stakeholders, leadership, and end users.
• Make recommendations, as required, for approval of major network installations or architectural changes.

Qualifications

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. Apply now to explore jobs with us at www.TekSynap.com.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.