ECS is a federal contractor. As such, we are subject an Executive Order requiring all employees of federal contractors to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by December 8, 2021. Therefore, by applying for this position, you understand that you will be required to verify that you have been, or will be, fully vaccinated by December 8, or to verify that you cannot be vaccinated due to a legally recognized exception to the vaccine mandate set forth in the Executive Order.
Note:An individual is not considered to be fully vaccinated until two weeks after receiving the second vaccine dosage in a vaccine regimen involving two vaccines.
ECS is seeking a Network Engineer to work in our Quantico, VA office.
Job Description: ECS has an immediate opening for a Network Engineer to work in support of the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) Operations and Support Services (OSS) program in Quantico, VA. The ideal candidate will have a sound technical background; a willingness to learn; experience with complex systems, and the ability to configure and manage network firewalls. The Engineer must be a team player and willing to interact with other people at all levels throughout the organization.
Primary Responsibilities:
Spearhead engineering activities throughout the System Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Install, configure, maintain, update, and refine networks
Implement, manage, and monitor firewall security policy
Troubleshoot and resolve network issues and outages
Evaluate network performance and make appropriate recommendations
Examine network vulnerabilities and determine actions to mitigate them
Support out of patching and upgrades; may require non-standard working hours
Recommend, schedule, and/or implement repairs within the network environment
Schedule and perform backups on all network components
Conduct functional, interoperability, and security testing
Analyze system performance for potential security problems
Participate in technical incident response and security assessment activities
Ensure network components maintain compliance with NIST security requirements
Support risk mitigation activities such as CCRI's, Assessment and Authorization (A&A), continuous monitoring, and vulnerability and configuration management
Develop network documentation such as diagrams and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Support the development of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards
Provide knowledge transfer to team members and clients
Conduct other duties as needed
Required Skills:
Active Top-Secret clearance
Expertise with network firewalls
Working knowledge of STIGs for network hardening
Hands on experience in configuring and implementing backup procedures and policies
Ability to interface with all levels from end-users to senior management
Demonstrated ability to:
Understand the system and its environment of operation
Comprehend networking concepts like routing (Static & Dynamic), VLANs, Switch-Router Configuration, AAA services, virtual networking, etc.
Configure, harden, and manage network firewalls
Desired Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline
Citrix, Cisco, Microsoft, and Nutanix
Microsoft application administration and support
Domain Administration managing Active Directory, OU structures, Sites, Trusts, DHCP, DNS, and AD Certificate Services
Automation of administrative tasks using PowerShell
Design, create, test, apply, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPO) at the domain level
Support local hardware such as servers, desktops, laptops, and printers
Superb client-facing skills
Leadership and strategic skills
A track record of self-improvement and continuous learning
ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3000+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.
