Akima Data Management is currently seeking a Senior Network Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join the team and his responsibilities will include but not limited to the following: The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex network systems. As a subject matter expert, you will provide guidance and support to both technical and non-technical team members. **Responsibilities** + Network Design and Implementation: + Design, implement, and maintain robust, secure, and scalable network architectures. + Ensure the network infrastructure meets performance and reliability requirements. + Network Management: + Oversee day-to-day network management, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization. + Technical Leadership: + Lead network-related projects, providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. + Security: + Implement and maintain network security measures such as firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. + Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. + Documentation: + Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including design diagrams, configuration details, and standard operating procedures. + Collaboration: + Work closely with IT teams, departments, and external vendors to ensure seamless integration of network services with other systems and applications. + Continuous Improvement: + Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. + Recommend and implement improvements to enhance network performance, security, and reliability. + Support: + Provide advanced technical support for network-related issues, including after-hours support as needed. + Serve as the SME for the installation, configuration, and administration of CISCO, Stratix, Juniper, and/or Aruba devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls. + Collaborate with team members to analyze and resolve user problems and perform preventative maintenance. + Possess advanced knowledge of TCP/IP network design and support, including LAN, WAN, and SDN networks, routing, and subnetting. + Perform duties associated with PWS section 5. **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Telecommunications, or Management Information Systems. + Alternatively, candidates with 10 years of documented relevant experience will be considered. + Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in network engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior or lead role. + At least 8 years of documented experience relevant to this key position. + In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS). + Experience with network hardware and software from major vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet). + Proficiency in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting. + Strong understanding of network security principles and practices. + Familiarity with cloud networking (e.g., AWS, Azure) and virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V). + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. + Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality. + A minimum of Top-Secret Clearance is required. **Desired Qualifications:** + Certifications such as Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or similar. + Experience in large-scale enterprise environments. + Knowledge of scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible). **Additional Requirements:** + Demonstrate 8 years of experience in producing, managing, and maintaining network architectural drawings and schematic diagrams. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience providing installation support for network applications. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience performing network monitoring of the network to include all assets. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience providing technical support, advice, and troubleshooting for utility network operations with a 99.999% target network uptime. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience producing documentation for use in configuration, repair, and troubleshooting of hardware, software, and network operating systems. + Demonstrate 8 years working with TCP/IP in Software Defined Network (SDN) design. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience troubleshooting, resolving, and communicating networking issues to other employees and management. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience installing and configuring network equipment. + Document 8 years of experience regarding the ability to analyze and evaluate networks, identify issues, and provide solutions to ensure networks are operating efficiently. + Document 8 years of experience managing several projects simultaneously from design to implementation. + Document 8 years of experience communicating technical information to other technical team members and coworkers in other departments who may not have knowledge of networking technical terminology. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience developing and documenting processes and procedures for day-to-day operations. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience in task automation using scripting. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience implementing and maintaining patch versions and Department of Defense (DoD) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) levels on all network servers and workstations. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience utilizing the DoD Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) to update, manage, and track the implementation of information security requirements for IT assets and resources. + Demonstrate 8 years of experience supporting DoD Information Assurance Risk Management Framework (DIARMF). + DoD 8140 IAT Level II Certification is required.