Network Engineer - Secure Environments

Object CTalk provides information technology and network services in support of government programs.

Object CTalk Inc. is a systems integration company that provides mission, operational and IT enterprise support to the U.S. government. We design, integrate, maintain, and upgrade systems for national defense, intelligence and other high-priority government missions.

Object CTalk offers a wide variety of career opportunities and a great benefits package. Choose a career at Object CTalk and enjoy an innovative environment where challenging and interesting work is part of daily life.

Currently we are looking for a Network Engineer to join our group. The Network Engineer will monitor and secure the DoD networks, fixes outages, enforces security standards, and supports both classified and unclassified environments — including routers, switches and encryption devices.

• Monitor data or infrastructure system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues.
• Identify issues or problems and resolves as appropriate.
• Troubleshoot problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures.
• Interface with vendors to ensure appropriate resolution during network outages or periods of reduced performance.
• Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed by management.
• Maintain required security posture on all network equipment in accordance with DoD and local command mandates and requirements, including updates, STIGs, IOS upgrades, and other basic network security requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Currently possess an Active DoD Secret security clearance and CompTIA Security
• Active CCNA Certification or CCNP
• Expert knowledge with LAN switching, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, Spanning Tree, and Layer 2 and 3 switching configurations.
• Expert knowledge with Layer 3 routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, etc.) and best practices on implementation.
• Expert knowledge with L1/L2 network troubleshooting (Unclassified and Classified
• Experienced with programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting encryption devices at network points of presence.

Salary range: $85,000 – $145,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be based on experience, skills, and other qualifying factors.

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