Junior Network Engineer

SMS is seeking a candidate with experience of deploying and troubleshooting IP network switching equipment. Candidate must be able to configure and maintain layer 2 and layer 3 network hardware, and implement network security using network authentication and management tools. This position requires strong communication, collaboration, as well as time and project management skills. Additionally, qualified candidates require documentation of problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks; participation in testing and evaluation of new technologies; and adherence to policies and procedures for change and incident management. This is a position that focuses on customer-facing (production) infrastructure.

SMS has been serving the advanced information technology needs of the federal government since 1976, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions for more than 45 years. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

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Develop LAN/WAN network designs.
• Deploying and troubleshooting IP network switching equipment.
• Configure and maintain layer 2 and layer 3 network hardware.
• Implement network security using network authentication and management tools.
• Documentation of problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks
• Participation in testing and evaluation of new technologies
• Adherence to policies and procedures for change and incident management.
• Focus on customer-facing (production) infrastructure.

• Requires a high degree of skills with the MS Office toolsets.
• Must possess refined critical thinking skills, should be a self-starter, be diplomatic, multi-task capable, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependable and reliable.
• Prior experience working with government networks is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and hands on experience with LAN/WAN setup, TCP/IP protocol, routing/switching configurations.
• Experience with Cisco and/or Juniper routing/switching platforms and operating systems.
• Experience in implementing converged networks to include VoIP and VTC utilizing QoS.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues such as hardware failures, WAN/LAN connectivity, and layer 2 and 3 configuration problems.
• Knowledge of network authentication methods and technologies, experience with Cisco ISE or similar is preferred.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to generate innovative approaches and solutions to recurring tasks or problems.
• Prior experience with enterprise incident and change management systems.
• VoIP component configuration and deployment experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of secure network architectures and encryption technologies preferred.
• General knowledge of systems and enterprise storage technologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Applicant must be diplomatic, multi-task capable, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependable and reliable.
• Valid Driver's License Required
• This position may require occasional afterhours callins for emergency response. Employees in this role must provide a personal cell phone number (with cell phone allowance provided) for contact purposes.
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance required
• DOD 8140 IAT II - CompTIA Security+CE or greater is required
• Requires either a vendor network certification - CompTIA Net+CE, CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA), etc.

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.