Network Engineer/F5 Engineer, General Dynamics Information Technology, Springfield, VA
General Dynamics Information Technology -
Springfield, VA,
US
Network Engineer/F5 Engineer
Date Posted: 2024-06-27
Job description
Transform technology into opportunity as a Network Engineer/F5 Engineer with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Network Engineer/F5 Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a TS/SCI cleared Network Engineer/F5 Engineer joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA or Arnold, MO.
HOW A NETWORK ENGINEER/F5 ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Overview:
Performs research, requirements analysis, design, installation, documentation, troubleshooting, and sustainment of local- and wide-area network hardware and services. Develops system specifications, architecture designs, integration and test plans, and all relevant documentation. Maintain compliance with QA standards as well as ensuring service performance indicators are met or exceeded. Experience in reviewing Mission related change requirements such as Change Requests (CRQs) and determining impacts on Transport activities across the Enterprise while providing Technical solutions.
More About This Role:
- Engineer and implement solutions for Projects based on customer Change Requests
- Serve as the technical representative for assigned projects.
- Provide recommendations on newly submitted actions items.
- Coordinate issues with the appropriate owners/organizations.
- Evaluate and report on new/emerging network/communication technologies to enhance capacity, performance and reliability of the network.
- Evaluate and recommend changes and/or technology upgrades to address performance, standardization and industry best practices
- Follows all Customer network security processes and procedures, ensures compliance with all Government policies.
- Develop and maintain network architecture diagrams.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Required Skills:
Security Clearance: active TS/SCI
Experience with F5 (APM, AFM, SSLO, etc.)
Competent with mutual Transport Layer Security (mTLS)
Experience with Online Certificate Status Protocol OCSP revocation
Familiar with DoD PKI, Kerberos, LDAP, Active Directory, HTML
Ability to describe and troubleshoot TLS/SSL handshake/connection issues
Experience with HTTP, SAML and OAuth
Network design,engineering, and implementation (Advanced Level)
Creation of network related Rough Order Magnitude (ROM) equipment lists and costing
Understanding of DISA and IC standards and processes
Interpersonal skills, to help negotiate priorities
Ability to work weekends and evening hours as needed
Ability to work independently with little direction and guidance
Ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph
- 5 years related technical experience in Network and Transport technologies, tools, and techniques
- 5+ years experience with large-scale enterprise/global networks in a high paced diverse environment
- Understanding and experience with the DoD Architecture Framework and other key DoD network architecture and strategic planning instructions
Desired Skills:
- Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
- F5 Networks Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)
- CISCO CCNP, CCVP, CCNA or CCDP (or equivalent)
- ITIL v3 Foundations
- ISC2 CISSP
Location: On Customer Site
US Citizenship Required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
#RoverGSS
Work Requirements
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Years of Experience
5 + years of related experience
* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
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Certification
Travel Required
None
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Citizenship
U.S. Citizenship Required
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $97,258 - $131,584. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.
About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Network Engineer/F5 Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a TS/SCI cleared Network Engineer/F5 Engineer joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA or Arnold, MO.
HOW A NETWORK ENGINEER/F5 ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Overview:
Performs research, requirements analysis, design, installation, documentation, troubleshooting, and sustainment of local- and wide-area network hardware and services. Develops system specifications, architecture designs, integration and test plans, and all relevant documentation. Maintain compliance with QA standards as well as ensuring service performance indicators are met or exceeded. Experience in reviewing Mission related change requirements such as Change Requests (CRQs) and determining impacts on Transport activities across the Enterprise while providing Technical solutions.
More About This Role:
- Engineer and implement solutions for Projects based on customer Change Requests
- Serve as the technical representative for assigned projects.
- Provide recommendations on newly submitted actions items.
- Coordinate issues with the appropriate owners/organizations.
- Evaluate and report on new/emerging network/communication technologies to enhance capacity, performance and reliability of the network.
- Evaluate and recommend changes and/or technology upgrades to address performance, standardization and industry best practices
- Follows all Customer network security processes and procedures, ensures compliance with all Government policies.
- Develop and maintain network architecture diagrams.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Required Skills:
Security Clearance: active TS/SCI
Experience with F5 (APM, AFM, SSLO, etc.)
Competent with mutual Transport Layer Security (mTLS)
Experience with Online Certificate Status Protocol OCSP revocation
Familiar with DoD PKI, Kerberos, LDAP, Active Directory, HTML
Ability to describe and troubleshoot TLS/SSL handshake/connection issues
Experience with HTTP, SAML and OAuth
Network design,engineering, and implementation (Advanced Level)
Creation of network related Rough Order Magnitude (ROM) equipment lists and costing
Understanding of DISA and IC standards and processes
Interpersonal skills, to help negotiate priorities
Ability to work weekends and evening hours as needed
Ability to work independently with little direction and guidance
Ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph
- 5 years related technical experience in Network and Transport technologies, tools, and techniques
- 5+ years experience with large-scale enterprise/global networks in a high paced diverse environment
- Understanding and experience with the DoD Architecture Framework and other key DoD network architecture and strategic planning instructions
Desired Skills:
- Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
- F5 Networks Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)
- CISCO CCNP, CCVP, CCNA or CCDP (or equivalent)
- ITIL v3 Foundations
- ISC2 CISSP
Location: On Customer Site
US Citizenship Required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
#RoverGSS
Work Requirements
.cls-1{fill:none;stroke:#5b6670;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:2px}
Years of Experience
5 + years of related experience
* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
.cls-2{fill:none;stroke:#5b6670;stroke-miterlimit:10;stroke-width:2px}
Certification
Travel Required
None
.cls-3{fill:none;stroke:#5d666f;stroke-miterlimit:10}
Citizenship
U.S. Citizenship Required
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $97,258 - $131,584. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.
About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.