Network Engineer

Paragon Cyber Solutions • Full-time • Hybrid in Alexandria, Virginia, United States • 1d ago

Fast Facts

Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer to join their dynamic team in Alexandria, Virginia, where you'll design and implement innovative hardware systems while mentoring IT personnel and ensuring optimal network performance.

Responsibilities: Lead IT personnel, troubleshoot complex network issues, manage network performance, and develop security protocols for IT infrastructure.

Skills: Bachelor’s in Computer Science or IT, experience with network architecture and security protocols, along with certifications like CCNA or CCNP.

Qualifications: Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience; a master's degree and federal security knowledge is preferred.

Location: Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $85,000 - $130,000.

Paragon Cyber Solutions is thrilled to announce an immediate opening for enthusiastic individuals eager to embark on a vibrant and dynamic career as a Network Engineer. Join a team of bright, talented, and dedicated engineers who take pride in tackling the toughest challenges while crafting and delivering innovative solutions tailored to our customers' needs. In this role, you will design, develop, modify, evaluate, and implement cutting-edge hardware systems, leading the technical facets of a multi-disciplinary project team.

Clearance

Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Essential Functions:

Provide leadership and guidance to IT personnel to include mentoring, development and training.
Serve as subject matter expert and configures and supports the IT Network environment consisting of servers, clients, routers, virtual private networks, switches, and firewall devices.
Systematically troubleshoot technical issues and/or complex application, system, and/or network issues including availability, utilization, throughput and latency
Plan and execute the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of equipment
Define IT policies and procedures
Provide feedback and reports to management on the status and availability of the IT network to ensure proper function and identify positive and negative trends
Maintain IT network performance by performing network monitoring and analysis, and performance tuning.
Analyze IT systems and prepare supporting documentation for performance, stability, interoperability and systems thru the system life cycle issues.
Apply methods and techniques to assist in the development, implementation and documentation of impact assessments, architecture change recommendations and CONOPS change recommendations.
Secure IT network by developing network access, monitoring, control, and evaluation; maintaining documentation IAW DoD standards.
Participate in the design and development of integrated solutions to meet customer requirements
Perform other duties as assigned

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related experience.
Master’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or related field preferred
Minimum 4+ years of experience in related field
Knowledge of Internet Protocols, communication protocols, data and network security
Strong understanding of federal government security requirements, including FISMA and NIST guidelines

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II AND relevant certifications, such as CCNA,CCNP, CCIE, or JNCIE
The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching).
Paid Time Off & 11 Paid Public Holidays.
Short and Long-Term Disability.
Healthy Work-Life Balance.
Training & Development.

Why Work For Paragon Cyber Solutions?

You want to make a difference. You want to be recognized by name versus being a number. You want to work with a company where you can grow and work in different areas to increase your knowledge/experience. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and need to live it.

As a small business, each team member rolls up their sleeves and helps where needed (including our CEO). Our ideal candidate will be comfortable with multi-tasking and prefers working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You must be adaptable to the needs of a growing business.

A Model of Excellence

That’s our motto in all we do and what we seek in our team members.

Are you a hardworking professional seeking a new opportunity that fosters growth? Look no further!

We are a minority, woman, veteran-owned, 8(a), EDWOSB, VOSB, HUBZone certified Tampa, FL-based small business. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality solutions that help our clients protect the integrity of their business operations.