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Network Architect with 13+ years of design and implementation experience in Security and Cisco Networking solutionsComplete Description: 
Plan, design, implement, and secure networks to support enterprise and/or service provider environment. Responsibilities include product evaluation, architect solutions, produce engineering and design documents, and provide Tier3 support for the network infrastructure. Assessing the security posture of existing network environments, identifying risks, recommend remediation plans; and ensuring projects are deployed in compliance with certification and accreditation standards in accordance with NIST, DOD 8500, FISMA, JAFAN, DCID, ICD 503, PCI, HIPAA, and SOXBehavior Characteristics: 
Thrives in a time- critical, results-oriented environment; speaks and writes effectively; can analyze and think critically; is detail-oriented; creatively solves problems; facilitates interagency cooperation; is aware of financial bottom line   Required / Desired Skills        SkillRequired / DesiredAmount of ExperienceExpertise RatingPlanning and Design network security architectureRequired14  Years3 - ExpertDevelop Security requirementsRequired5  Years2 - ProficientDevelop Engineering/Architectural documentsRequired5  Years2 - ProficientHands-on exp. w/ Cisco firewalls, IDS, and related security technologyRequired5  Years2 - ProficientExperience in designing and securing data center networksRequired14  Years3 - ExpertHands-on exp w/ building Site2Site & Remote Access VPNsRequired14  Years3 - ExpertHands-on exp w/ building UAC/NAC solutionsRequired5  Years2 - ProficientDemonstrated understanding of SAN securityHighly desired3  Years1 - BasicAble to configure wireless authentication technologies (i.e. ACS, LDAP)Required5  Years2 - ProficientExperience in performing security audits and developing remediation plansHighly desired3  Years1 - BasicExp. with Net Mgmt tools and protocols (Solarwinds, NetMri, Syslog, SNMP)Required3  Years1 - BasicUnderstanding of ESX / VMWare and Securing a Virtual infrastructureHighly desired3  Years1 - BasicExperience implementing and troubleshooting BGP networksRequired14  Years3 - ExpertExperience implementing and troubleshooting OSPF networksRequired14  Years3 - ExpertExperience implementing and documenting standards or best practicesRequired14  Years3 - ExpertExperience with mitigating denial of service attacksHighly desired3  Years1 - BasicAble to conduct network analysis and troubleshoot at customer sitesRequired5  Years2 - ProficientExp gathering customer requirements, whiteboarding, presenting solutionsDesired6  Months1 - BasicExp. producing BOM and preparing project Statements of Work (SOWs)Desired6  Months1 - BasicUnderstanding of IPv6Desired2  Years1 - BasicKnowledge FIPS, HIPAA security guidelinesHighly desired2  Years1 - BasicKnowledge of encryption standardsHighly desired2  Years1 - BasicPossesses professional network diagramming skillsRequired14  Years3 - ExpertTechnical undrstnding to present complex tech concepts to non-tech audienceRequired14  Years3 - ExpertOne of the following Professional Certifications (CCSP, CISSP)Required2  Years2 - ProficientPossesses one of the following Expert Certifications (CCIE, JNCIE, or CWNE)Required2  Years3 - ExpertPossesses an active secret security clearanceRequired2  Years2 - Proficient 
Questions For Requirement        Question 1: 
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or related fields is desired. Please acknowledgeQuestion 2: 
Please provide Certification numbers and Expiration Dates for the required CertificationsQuestion 3: 
Must be able to lift at least 40lbs. (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Please acknowledgeQuestion 4: 
May be required to work after hours and/or on holidays. Please acknowledgeQuestion 5: 
Candidate must have their own laptop to perform daily functions (i.e. email, Office suite, Visio diagrams, security and network management applications and tools) Please acknowledgeQuestion 6: 
Must have a valid state issued Drivers License and be able to drive in Washington, DC. Please acknowledgeQuestion 7: 
Must carry smart phones at all times. Please acknowledgeQuestion 8: 
Please provide proof of security clearance and the name of the organization holding the clearance. 
Question 9: 
Please acknowledge that this position is funded through the end of the fiscal year. The position will be extended based on funding and performance.