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Network Engineer

Koniag Government Services

Washington, DC

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SKILLS
CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, Cisco Network Systems, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, CompTIA Network+, Computer Science, Continuous Improvement, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Endpoint Security, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Federal Government, Firewall Administration, Genetics, Government, Information Technology & Information Systems, Juniper Networks Product Family, Legal, Military, Multicast, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Monitoring, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Security, Network Support, Network Systems, Network Testing, Operations Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Professional Services, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Service Delivery, Software Patches, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Wide Area Network (WAN), Willing to Travel, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
Today
Koniag IT Systems LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Network Engineer to support KITS and our government customer in Washington, DC.

_This position requires daily on-site work and does not allow Hybrid or Remote work._

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. The Network Engineer will support the organization’s networking infrastructure, equipment, software, and design. This role focuses on maintaining, configuring, and troubleshooting network components to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of all network systems. The ideal candidate will be skilled in network documentation, configuration management, and process improvement, with experience supporting enterprise-scale network environments.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless systems. + Document all switching and routing equipment, IP-addressable devices, and cabling interconnects. + Perform day-to-day network maintenance, installation, and configuration activities. + Review and analyze existing network processes, recommending improvements where needed. + Implement approved process improvements and maintain related documentation. + Monitor and analyze network performance, recommending and applying optimization measures. + Support disaster recovery planning and testing for network infrastructure. + Assist in implementing and maintaining network security and firewall configurations. + Conduct quality assurance and quality control checks on network systems. + Stay informed of emerging networking technologies and standards. + Provide data and documentation to support internal and external audits.

Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience). + 3+ years of experience supporting and maintaining enterprise networks.

Required Skills and Competencies:

+ Strong experience with upgrades/migrations to the Palo Alto platform. + Strong SCCM & Ivanti – Software deployment, patch management, and endpoint security enforcement. + Proficiency with Layer 2/3 networking, VLANs, VPNs, routing protocols, and subnetting. + Experience with enterprise switches, routers, and firewalls. + Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. + Understanding of network documentation and configuration management. + Familiarity with multicast technologies and network monitoring tools.

Desired Skills and Competencies:

+ Cisco, Juniper, or similar vendor certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+). + Experience implementing network automation or scripting. + Working knowledge of cloud networking or SD-WAN technologies. + Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Security Requirements:

+ This position requires a Criminal background check.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. _Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit_ _www.koniag-gs.com_ _._

_Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352_



Job Details



Job Family

IT, Cyber Security, Network Systems

Job Function

Network Engineer

Pay Type

Salary

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree

Travel Required

No

Hiring Min Rate

120,000 USD

Hiring Max Rate

160,000 USD

About the Company

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Koniag Government Services