Sr. Network Engineer with Security Clearance

MetroStar Systems is looking for a Senior Network Engineer that is skilled in managing and monitoring wired, wireless, and remote access, DINs, as well as the various components of network infrastructure. If you want to join a company that values great communication and technical skills to support the Department of State clients, and are open to commuting to Washington, D.C. when COVID-19 restrictions are lifted we want you to work for MetroStar! Our IT Team is responsible for implementation, management, and monitoring wired, wireless, and remote access, DIN network-as-a-service, as well as the various components of network infrastructure including switching, routers, firewalls, servers, and equipment, also providing technical support for 30 custom software applications. Come be a game changer and join our team! You’re a great fit if… You can provide technical expertise in the configuration of networks
You have experience working in project teams that develop software applications
You can implement, manage, and monitor wired, wireless, and remote access, DIN network-as-a-service, as well as the various components of network infrastructure including switching, routers, firewalls, servers, personnel, equipment, and infrastructure software, ensure compliance with DOS security requirements, incorporating best practices from the NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework
You have strong problem resolution skills
You have supported custom applications
You’re willing to commute to Washington, D.C. after COVID-19 restrictions are lifted You’ll love our Sr. Network Engineer role if… (This is the stuff you MUST have to be a fit) You have active Interim or Secret government security clearance (or be clearable).
You have at least 8 years of experience working as a Network Engineer
You have a CCNP Certification We’ll REALLY love you if…. (This is the bonus stuff that makes you stand out) You can apply broad professional engineering knowledge of automation and sciences to assigned projects and programs
You can identify and document total systems requirements
You are experienced interpreting, refining, and developing supplemental policy and guidance to implement information management directives
Have experience in managing Mid-Level Network Engineer/s on select projects
You have experience working with Federal Government clients. What your day will look like: You'll schedule conversions and cutovers
You’ll provide Information Assurance oversight and management
You’ll oversee network management operational activities
You’ll supervise maintenance of systems, and coordinate with all responsible users and sites
You’ll work hand in hand with the Applications Development team to provide technical support for the Department of State custom software applications
Develop and maintain strong relationship with business partners and internal/external team members
Identify issues and escalate/manage resolution as required Admin Stuff:  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
As directed by Executive Order 14042: Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, effective December 8, 2021, MetroStar requires all newly hired employees to be fully vaccinated before their start date. The Legal Stuff: MetroStar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of MetroStar.