Washington, DC

Overview Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Network Engineer to join our team. You will be responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of system and networking technologies. At MTSI, our more than 1,400 co-owners recognize the high demand for specialized professionals within our industry and that you have many options to choose. As an employee owned company where culture matters, we believe that by investing in our people we are investing in our company's future! MTSI's core capabilities are Systems Engineering and Integration, Modeling and Simulation, Test and Evaluation, Acquisition and Program Support, and Mission Assurance services. Our expertise includes ballistic missile defense, air defense, air vehicle survivability, unmanned aircraft, flight test operations, intelligence support, and cyber/space/homeland defense. As a recognized "employee comes first" company with over 27 years of consecutive growth we challenge our co-owners to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. Day one all new co-workers start with 20 days PTO, 6% 401k match with immediate vesting, semi-annual bonuses, and eligibility to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We offer other employee focused benefits, including up to $10k in tuition reimbursement and an optional zero dollar deductible BCBS health insurance plan. For additional company information, please visit: www.mtsi-va.com Responsibilities As a Network Engineer with MTSI, you will be responsible for installation, upgrading, monitoring, maintaing and supporting Networks for multiple Special Access Programs (SAP) both software and hardware systems. You will interact daily with Air Force program managers and industry subject matter experts across multiple domains (air, space, cyber) supporting Department of Defense (DOD), and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. This position will be located in the Washington, DC area. Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to: * Manages the purchase, installation, and support of network communications included Local Area Network (LAN)/Wide Area Network (WAN) systems.
* Supports current systems and managing complex problems where analysis of situation requires in-depth evaluation of various factors.
* Plans large-scale projects through vendor comparison and cost studies.
* Designs and define system architecture for new or existing systems.
* Supports implementation, configuration, operations, and maintenance of multiple systems.
* Monitors and maintain center modules and configurations
* Applies proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify and resolve issues in order to maximize the benefit of Information Technology (IT) systems investments.
* Supports establishment of plans and templates in line with the overall technical architecture format and program infrastructure platform.
* Develops and manages technical documentation to design, test, implement, train, and transition solutions to operational support.
* Designs, implements, and maintains hybrid cloud integration with multiple public cloud service providers. Qualifications * Ten (10)+ years' experience working as a Network Engineer or in a related field.
* Experinece developing high-level project/work plans.
* Installing, configuring and managing network switches and routers (versed in OSPF, MPLS, SDN, routing/switching on Juniper and Cisco hardware platforms).
* Proficiency with Active Directory, domain controllers, IP addressing, DNS, remote access, VLANs, and VoIP systems.
* Experience in working networks at all classification levels (Unclassified/S/TS).
* Experience installing and configuring firewalls.
* Experience performing network upgrades and data migrations.
* Experience in large network environments with the willingness to also work in small offices.
* Well versed in network monitoring software.The ability to work independently and as a team member.
Desired: * Experience managing AWS/Azure environments.
Education Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field (e.g., cybersecurity, computer science, computer engineering).
* 14 years of experience is accepted in lieu of a degree.
Professional certifications: Must maintain a minimum of one IAT Level II or higher DoD 8570 Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program security certifications. One or more of the following required: * Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
* Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
* Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
* Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT)
Clearance Requirements: * TS with ability to obtain SCI.
* Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. #mtsi #100esop #defenddifferently