Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Local Area Network (LAN), Network Design, Network Performance Monitoring

Certifications:

CCNA - Cisco, CCNP - Cisco, CCNP Collaboration - Cisco

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Unified Communications Engineer - CCNP and active Top Secret required

Transform technology into opportunity as a Network Engineer Advisor with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.



How a Unified Communications Engineer will make an impact:

A Unified Communications (UC) Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting Enterprise UC solutions for an organization. The UC Engineer must have a strong understanding of various UC technologies, such as VoIP, video conferencing, instant messaging, presence, and collaboration tools like Call Managers, Session Border Controllers, and virtualization.

Responsibilities:

Design and implement UC solutions to meet business requirements and align with the organization's technology strategy.Perform network assessments and provide recommendations for improving UC performance and reliability.Configure and manage UC devices, such as IP phones, video conferencing systems, and collaboration endpoints.Work with vendors and service providers to ensure optimal UC performance and reliability.Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate UC solutions with other systems, such as Active Directory, Exchange, and various enterprise technologies.Provide technical support and troubleshoot UC issues.Develop and maintain UC documentation, such as network diagrams, device configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.Stay current with new UC technologies and industry trends.Manage virtual machines using industry standard virtualization tools, including creating, configuring, and maintaining virtual machines, and managing virtual machine storage and networking.Implement and maintain security measures to protect UC solutions from threats such as malware, viruses, and unauthorized access.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.Certifications in UC technologies, such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Collaboration8+ years of IT related experience with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in UC engineering.Strong understanding of UC protocols, such as SIP, H.323, and RTP.Experience with Unified Communication solutions.Experience with network protocols, such as TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP.Strong problem-solving and communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.Experience with virtual machine management using industry standard virtualization platforms.Knowledge of security best practices, such as firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.Security clearance: Current TS/SCILocation: on-siteUS Citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $134,597 - $161,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA DC Washington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.