Communication Network Engineer Mid *Secret Clearance Required* at TEKsystems

Description

TEKsystems is seeking a Network Professional to support naval networks for Naval Recruiting Command in Millington, TN. Candidates must possess an active Secret clearance, CompTIA Security+ certification and CCNA.

This position’s primary role will be a Network Technician servicing a large scale Enterprise network. You will be part of a Team of Network Technicians and Engineers servicing the NGEN Navy sites. This network includes Cisco, Aruba, Brocade, Juniper, Riverbed and McAfee network devices to include Routers, Switches, Access Points, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN) and WAN Accelerators.

Responsibilities:

• Install and maintain network devices at the site and work with the NOC technicians and managers to troubleshoot outages and resolve network related issues.
• Create tickets for maintenances using HPE Service Manager.
• Candidates will be expected to understand, implement, and follow processes in accordance with current policies and procedures.
• Perform escalation and additional tasks as directed.
• Take Direction from the Regional Leader and Site Leaders

Job Requirements:

• Active Secret clearance
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Must have CCNA or able to obtain within 6 months
• Must have basic working knowledge in the Networking and Information Technology field with 2- 4 plus years’ experience in the Information Technology Field with basic Networking knowledge.
• Position requires the basic skills to manage the execution of maintenance activities and network outages.
• Fundamental understanding of the OSI Model is required.
• Candidate needs a basic understanding of network devices such as servers, routers, switches, associated software tools, and cabling in a large LAN/MAN/BAN/WAN environment.
• Knowledge of network protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP is a Plus.
• Knowledge and experience working with wireless technologies, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), and WAN Accelerators and associated technologies is highly desirable.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $45.67

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Millington,TN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.