Network Engineer - DoD

Job Details

Description

INNOVIM Defense Services is seeking a Network Engineer to join our team supporting the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program at the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). Our team designs and develops Enterprise IT and Mission Operations Technology solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to provide high impact, creative solutions to complex technical problems, the ability to work as part of a large team, and the ability to provide critical support and independent review of the work of teammates.

Location: Fort Belvoir, VA

Position Closes: 10/2/25

Relocation Assistance: NONE

The Candidate Will

• Perform network engineering and administration functions associated with the Network Operations Center and Information Technology/Information Management department.
• Generate/provide status reports, provide network anomaly analysis, and develop engineering redlines as needed to support network maintenance actions, engineering changes/upgrades, and security vulnerabilities.
• Provide technical analysis in data network planning, systems administration, engineering, and design, using implementation techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to network problems.
• Use Remedy software to track and provide customer support via work order, change requests and incidents.
• Develop comprehensive and detailed drawings, using Microsoft Visio, to document end-to-end circuit path for maintaining both Wide-Area networks (WANs) and Local-Area networks (LANs).
• Use DSX equipment panels and associated wiring Fiber optics cabling, connectors and termination techniques, metallic cabling, connectors and termination techniques.
  
  

The Selected Candidate Will

• Be able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced, environment
• Have excellent communication skills
• Work well in a team environment and have good interpersonal skills
• Be a quick learner
• Have a positive, can-do attitude
• Have excellent customer service skills
• Be willing, and able, to learn new technologies.
  
  

Basic Requirements

• Must have 3, or more, years of direct network engineering experience.
• Must have experience with Solarwinds, NetScout and networking (LAN/WAN).
• Must be able to follow documented processes and procedures and provide feedback to update as necessary.
• Must be able to provide on call support for various infrastructure issues for VIP/ Senior Management support in the National Capital Region.
• Must be willing, and able, to travel regionally to support various IC driven projects and troubleshooting.
• Must have a current IAT Level II certification (ex: Security+)
• Must have a current CCNA certification
• Must have an active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.
  
  

Desired Requirements

• Have experience with Cisco routers/switches, Cisco ISE, SDWAN, SD-Access and KVM switches, TCP/IP, UDP Multicast, OSPF, various WAN network mediums, legacy network systems such as SONET, LightWave ATM andTDM multiplexer network timing systems, support environments for an "operational network", to include tech-control environments, crypto maintenance, COMSEC, or systems administration.
• Proficient working with DISA, local and long-haul circuit vendors.
• Strong technical and hands-on experience in all of the following: various protocols for data transmission (RS-232, RS-530, T1, T3, ESF, D4, B8ZS, L3VPN, OC-3, OC-12, OC-48, OC-192), OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) 7-layer model and the various facets of data transmission between any two points in a network.
• Have experience using DSX equipment panels and associated wiring Fiber optics cabling, connectors and termination techniques, metallic cabling, connectors and termination techniques.
• Hands-on experience with current secure communications devices (VoIP phones, Viper, Jabber and other devices) and infrastructure components (communications lines - POTs/ISDN/Leased line, encryption devices, call management servers).
  
  

This position is expected to pay $80,000 - $120,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

IDS is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.