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divh2Telecommunications Network Engineer Level 0 / h2pAs a Telecommunications Network Engineer Level 0 with Independent Software, you will perform maintenance, sustainment, and troubleshooting of existing networks while ensuring issues are identified, documented, and corrected in a timely manner. You will support mission-critical voice and data networks by operating analyzers, test equipment, and simulators while following established procedures. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to DoD and customer standards, and the ability to collaborate with users, vendors, and internal teams to resolve network problems and maintain availability. / ph3Key Responsibilities : / h3ulliPerform maintenance and sustainment of existing networks, identifying and correcting issues. / liliResolve routine network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators. / liliMonitor data and voice system networks for alarms, error messages, or performance issues. Confirm the accuracy and severity of alarms and initiate resolutions as appropriate. / liliTroubleshoot issues using scripts and standard procedures, escalating unresolved problems as necessary. / liliDocument alarms, issues, and corrective actions; communicate results to stakeholders. / liliExecute scheduled maintenance routines per established procedures; escalate unresolved issues when required. / liliActivate and deactivate network lines per scheduled requirements. / liliPerform first- and second-level problem determination (first level is help desk). / liliInterface with users and / or network vendors. / liliFollow detailed work instructions to ensure consistency and compliance. / li / ulh3Required Skills and Qualifications : / h3ulliMinimum of two (2) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. / liliExperience with network monitoring, troubleshooting, and problem resolution. / liliFamiliarity with the installation and configuration of network devices (firewalls, switches, routers, cabling). / liliAbility to support WAN technologies such as SONET (OC3, OC48, OC192), DS3, T1. / liliKnowledge of Taclanes / KG-175, MPLS, BGP, VPNs. / liliStrong organizational and communication skills to interface with vendors and users. / liliAbility to work an 8-hour shift between 6 AM and 6 PM. / li / ulh3Education and Experience : / h3ulliAssociates degree in Engineering Technology from an accredited college is required. / liliIn lieu of a degree : two (2) additional years of network engineering experience may be substituted. / li / ulh3Certifications : / h3ulliIAT Level II baseline certification required (per DoD 8570.01-M). / li / ulh3Clearance Requirement : / h3ulliMust possess an active TS / SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role / li / ulpWere an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. / p / div