Local Area Network (LAN) Sustainment Managed Systems Engineer - Senior - Empower AI : Job Details

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Position: Local Area Network (LAN) Sustainment Managed Systems Engineer

Support the Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) on the ADCNOMS contract, focusing on DoDIN-A Cybersecurity and Network Operations. LANs are within limited areas, interconnected by WANs, and include various infrastructure components such as switches, wireless access points, and media converters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze DoDIN-A LAN performance and document findings monthly.
• Recommend network modifications for optimal performance.
• Maintain enterprise system documentation.
• Conduct Change, Configuration, and Release Management activities.
• Create documentation for emerging technologies and capabilities.
• Perform vulnerability scans and compliance checks supporting RMF.
• Develop artifacts like system functionality documentation, security plans, and configurations for system ATOs.
• Update POA&M in eMASS for each capability.
• Manage system changes using approved templates and CMDB.
• Maintain baseline configurations within the ITEF.
• Participate in technical forums and provide enterprise compliance analysis.
• Support data mining, visualization, and reporting efforts.
• Test system limitations and recommend improvements.
• Support automated software delivery and configuration management.
• Develop and release mitigation plans for Cyber Tasking Orders.
• Create system-specific KPIs and analysis reports.
• Draft enterprise system architectural diagrams and support fielding activities.
• Monitor incident queues, respond promptly, and generate KPI reports.
• Provide Tier III support and coordinate with various cyber centers and support teams.
• Document errors, problems, and solutions during operations.
• Escalate incidents with proper approval and draft remediation guidance.

Minimum Requirements:

• Secret Security Clearance
• CCNA and JNCIA-Junos certifications
• Bachelor's degree
• 7–12 years of experience
• Expertise in IP data networking, Cisco and Juniper equipment, network security, operating systems (Linux, Windows, IOS, JUNOS, Screen OS), and troubleshooting tools like WireShark
• Experience with VLAN, QoS, NAC, 802.1x, DHCP, Wireless Technologies, Performance Analysis, Python scripting, and basic virtualization/cloud technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCNP and JNCIP-Junos certifications
• DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF 632) Systems Developer Advanced qualification or equivalent
• ITIL v4 Foundations certification

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, standing, ambulation, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and travel (up to 10%)

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