Strategic Insight, Ltd. is seeking a Combined Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Trainer (CIAT) Network Engineer in support of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) CIAT Network Technical Lead and Product Owner. The Job location is Dahlgren, King George, VA. This position is fully on-site with limited remote work.

The CIAT Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and support of the network infrastructure supporting the CIAT system. This role requires in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies, VMware virtualization, and scripting languages. The engineer will work independently and collaboratively to ensure the CIAT network is secure, reliable, and performs optimally to meet the demanding requirements of the training environment. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated problem-solver with a strong understanding of network architecture and a commitment to continuous learning.

Originally established in 1918 as a naval proving ground for testing gun weapon systems, NSWC Dahlgren Division has evolved to focus on advances in technology in Warfare Systems Development and Integration. The NSWC Dahlgren Division is a leading research, development, testing, and engineering (RDT&E) organization within the Department of the Navy.

Mandatory Requirement: Applicants selected for this position may be subject to a Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret clearance level.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Design, configure, and manage Cisco ACI multi-tenant network environments.
Configure and maintain Cisco IOS/IOS-XE-based networking switches and routers.
Implement and manage Cisco Firepower-based firewalls.
Administer and support Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
Utilize VMware virtualization technologies, including configuring and managing standard and distributed virtual network switches.
Implement and maintain ACI virtual machine manager (VMM) network integrations.
Automate network tasks using scripting languages such as Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, and Python.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of CIAT system-of-systems architecture, IaaS components, and their interaction with the supporting networking systems.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux (primarily RHEL and Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems as they relate to network infrastructure components.
Develop and maintain documentation for network processes and configurations.
Communicate effectively with team members to resolve technical issues and share knowledge.
Troubleshoot complex network problems independently, with minimal supervision.
Participate actively in an Agile team environment.
Travel: Required to support CIAT system deployments and maintenance activities (<10%)

Success for working in this position requires:

Extensive knowledge and experience working with, configuring, and managing Cisco ACI multi-tenant network environments.
Strong proficiency with Cisco IOS/IOS-XE-based networking switches and routers.
Hands-on experience implementing and managing Cisco Firepower-based firewalls.
Proficiency in administering and supporting Cisco ISE.
Familiarity with VMware, including VM configuration and experience with standard and distributed virtual network switches.
Understanding and experience with ACI virtual machine manager (VMM) network integrations.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, and Python.
Comprehensive understanding of system of systems concepts, IaaS, and complex system architectures.
Experience with Linux (RHEL and Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems.
Excellent documentation and communication skills.
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex problems independently.
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Ability to work with sensitive and classified information.
Ability to work with a high degree of independence, discretion, and personal initiative.
Self-starter, goal oriented, provides timely feedback on progress made on assignments.
Excellent oral, written, and telephone communication skills.
100% on site King George, VA

Desired Skills

Aegis Weapon System tactical networking knowledge in BL9 or BL10.
Cisco, VMware, and/or other networking-focused certifications.
Programming or development experience with network configuration using SDN.
Experience with network source code repositories for configuration management.

Education and Experience:

Seven (7) years of general and specific experience as defined below.
Experience necessary to design, develop and maintain complex, real-time engineering systems, networks, capabilities, and activities.
Experience includes C++ software development and maintenance, and software integration testing.
Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining network development schedules and monitoring the technical progress of module development toward these schedules.
Demonstrated experience in utilizing computer program development tracking tools that capture all new development requirements, tracks computer program defects, accurately reflects current implementation status of each item, and job estimation activities.
Experience necessary with network engineering relative to system engineering computer program development and modeling and simulation.
Demonstrated experience with identifying problems, suggesting changes, and approximating extent of programming and coding required.
Demonstrate experience with analyzing test runs on computer to correct or direct correction of coded program and input data.
Demonstrated experience revising existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
Demonstrated experience developing some computer program documentation.

Strategic Insight

Team Culture: Demonstrated experience with development of total system solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Strategic Insight, Ltd. is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, and has a significant historical presence supporting Naval Sea Systems Command, Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems and the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Dahlgren, King George, Virginia. Strategic Insight, Ltd. was established 1985, and for its’ 40 years has been committed to sustaining excellence and quality growth across our workforce as we strive to improve our clients’ services and products. Strategic Insight staff members enjoy opportunities for growth, are provided with robust benefits from healthcare, and 401K, to merit bonuses, and participate in annual holiday parties, picnics, and other social events. Our staff members are engaged in the community as well. The office hours are negotiable but generally are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Diversity: All staff members are expected to accomplish their work in a businesslike manner, and always be courteous toward all other staff members, clients, business associates, guests, and visitors. All staff members should be treated in a manner free from bias, favoritism, and any form of illegal discrimination.

Ethics: All members of Strategic Insight should be marked by a commitment to excellence, professional integrity, self-discipline and wise judgment. Our employees reflect this by attention to detail, comprehensive staff work, and honorable behavior.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the employee assigned to this job.

Strategic Insight, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.

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