Jr. Network Engineer (Huntsville)

Junior Network Engineer

We are seeking a Junior Network Engineer to join our team supporting the FBI's Information Technology Infrastructure Division. Responsibilities include assisting the Intermediate Network Engineer and on-site government personnel in responding to and managing tickets, alerts, or communications that come into the Network Operations Center. Follow up with other government and contractor personnel on outstanding ticket updates, observe the actions of other contractor personnel to capture and assist with ticket updates or notes for after action reviews, provide support to other contractor personnel towards the accomplishment of their responsibilities and duties, and contribute to reporting and data analysis of the work done under the CLIN by the NOC.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret security clearance
• 1-3 years of relevant IT experience with specialization in networking technologies, specifically with Cisco switches and routers and resolving LAN / WAN issues.
• Basic knowledge of IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS, Stateful firewalls and encryption technologies.
• Working knowledge of network management tools, such as Riverbed, Wireshark, Micro Focus Network Automation, etc.
• Working knowledge of web applications, web servers, application load balancers and storage systems. Must have good knowledge of general security tools and methodologies such as firewalls, IDS / IPS and access control lists.

Desired Qualifications

The work environment is an office in Huntsville, AL with a medium noise level. The work schedule is day shift Monday - Friday, but may be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. There is 50% travel within the US required. The physical demands include handling, reaching, talking, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. U.S. Citizen and Top-Secret security clearance required.

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. TekSynap is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.