Black Core Network Engineer Job at General Dynamics Corporation in Florida
General Dynamics Corporation, Florida, NY, United States
Location: USA, FL – MacDill AFB
Employment Type: Full time
Job Requisition: RQ218605
Requisition Type: Regular
Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI (current and to be obtained)
Public Trust: None
Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Travel Required: 25-50%
Telecommuting Options: Onsite
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Job Description:
Please take this opportunity to join one of GDIT's fast-growing programs! US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System eXtended (US BICES-X) is a cutting‑edge program supporting DoW intelligence information sharing on current and emerging global threats to mission and coalition partners and emerging nations. With an internationally dispersed team supporting each combatant command, the US BICES‑X team is in direct support of the war fighter and their missions. We are seeking a creative and driven professional with a passion for solving real‑world issues on a cross‑functional, fast‑paced team.
As a Senior Network Engineer, your role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the transport backbone supporting the USBICES‑X program. You will manage a high‑performance infrastructure that serves as the transport layer for multi‑platform mission‑critical applications. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing network performance and infrastructure‑related software. You will apply communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
Strategy & Planning
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the stability and reliability of the USBICES‑X transport backbone.
Partner with stakeholders and executives to translate business requirements into technical system goals.
Acquisition & Deployment
Lead the design and engineering of high‑performance network systems, ensuring seamless integration with enterprise compute environments.
Execute complex network development, including hardware selection, system upgrades, and protocol enhancements.
Validate network integrity by developing and conducting rigorous testing phases against user requirements.
Operational Management
Identify and resolve complex network failures using advanced analytical and problem‑solving techniques.
Implement and optimize data center and virtualization solutions that align with modern high‑performance infrastructure standards.
Automate routine network tasks and configurations to minimize human error and increase deployment speed.
Mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and developing training materials on specialized equipment.
Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure the USBICES‑X program remains at the cutting edge.
Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance.
10+ years of direct experience implementing and maintaining networks.
BA/BS in CS, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Juniper JNCIA or equivalent industry‑recognized networking certification.
CCNA.
Proven expertise in backbone routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, MPLS/VPLS).
Expertise configuring/troubleshooting transport‑level encapsulation (DMVPN, GRE, IPsec).
Expertise in path optimization and MTU/MSS troubleshooting within encrypted transport tunnels.
Expertise in network security policy implementation and security device configuration.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to collaborate across teams.
Results‑oriented and autonomous, with the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain network integrity in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Juniper JNCIP, Cisco CCNP, or other relevant professional‑level certifications.
Relevant security certifications such as CISSP or CASP+.
ITIL Foundation certification (v3 or v4).
Experience administering and supporting network access control systems.
Experience with firewalls and rule sets.
Experience with WAN optimization technologies.
Knowledge of enterprise virtualization.
Salary Range: $110,925 – $150,075 (based on experience, location, and contractual requirements).
Our benefits package for all U.S.-based employees includes medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan with pre/post‑tax contributions and company match. Additional offerings include short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance. Vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave are also available. GDIT offers work‑life balance and a flexible work week where possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Employment Type: Full time
Job Requisition: RQ218605
Requisition Type: Regular
Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI (current and to be obtained)
Public Trust: None
Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Travel Required: 25-50%
Telecommuting Options: Onsite
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Job Description:
Please take this opportunity to join one of GDIT's fast-growing programs! US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System eXtended (US BICES-X) is a cutting‑edge program supporting DoW intelligence information sharing on current and emerging global threats to mission and coalition partners and emerging nations. With an internationally dispersed team supporting each combatant command, the US BICES‑X team is in direct support of the war fighter and their missions. We are seeking a creative and driven professional with a passion for solving real‑world issues on a cross‑functional, fast‑paced team.
As a Senior Network Engineer, your role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the transport backbone supporting the USBICES‑X program. You will manage a high‑performance infrastructure that serves as the transport layer for multi‑platform mission‑critical applications. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing network performance and infrastructure‑related software. You will apply communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
Strategy & Planning
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the stability and reliability of the USBICES‑X transport backbone.
Partner with stakeholders and executives to translate business requirements into technical system goals.
Acquisition & Deployment
Lead the design and engineering of high‑performance network systems, ensuring seamless integration with enterprise compute environments.
Execute complex network development, including hardware selection, system upgrades, and protocol enhancements.
Validate network integrity by developing and conducting rigorous testing phases against user requirements.
Operational Management
Identify and resolve complex network failures using advanced analytical and problem‑solving techniques.
Implement and optimize data center and virtualization solutions that align with modern high‑performance infrastructure standards.
Automate routine network tasks and configurations to minimize human error and increase deployment speed.
Mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and developing training materials on specialized equipment.
Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure the USBICES‑X program remains at the cutting edge.
Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance.
10+ years of direct experience implementing and maintaining networks.
BA/BS in CS, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Juniper JNCIA or equivalent industry‑recognized networking certification.
CCNA.
Proven expertise in backbone routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP, MPLS/VPLS).
Expertise configuring/troubleshooting transport‑level encapsulation (DMVPN, GRE, IPsec).
Expertise in path optimization and MTU/MSS troubleshooting within encrypted transport tunnels.
Expertise in network security policy implementation and security device configuration.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to collaborate across teams.
Results‑oriented and autonomous, with the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain network integrity in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Juniper JNCIP, Cisco CCNP, or other relevant professional‑level certifications.
Relevant security certifications such as CISSP or CASP+.
ITIL Foundation certification (v3 or v4).
Experience administering and supporting network access control systems.
Experience with firewalls and rule sets.
Experience with WAN optimization technologies.
Knowledge of enterprise virtualization.
Salary Range: $110,925 – $150,075 (based on experience, location, and contractual requirements).
Our benefits package for all U.S.-based employees includes medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan with pre/post‑tax contributions and company match. Additional offerings include short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance. Vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave are also available. GDIT offers work‑life balance and a flexible work week where possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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