VoIP​/Network Engineer - Expert Security Clearance

Position: VoIP/Network Engineer - Expert with Security Clearance
VoIP/Network Engineer - Expert This position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. Cherokee Preting is seeking a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Engineer to work as part of a collaborative, multidiscipline team in support of U.S. Government and provide technical expertise in the field of network engineering and VoIP. The VoIP Engineer shall possess a mix of technical skills in networking (TCP/IP, QoS, LAN/WAN), VoIP protocols (SIP, RTP, H.323), and platforms (Cisco, Asterisk, 3CX), alongside soft skills like problem-solving, communication, and troubleshooting using tools like Wireshark for complex call routing, security (SBCs, TLS), and cloud integration to design, implement, and maintain voice systems.

Compensation & Benefits:
Pay commensurate with experience. Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. VoIP/Network Engineer - Expert

Responsibilities Include:

* Design and implement Local and Wide Area Networks (LAN/WAN)

* Configure and trouble-shoot LAN Switches, Routers, and Firewalls and VPN concentrators.

* Convey technical designs, ideas and results to non-technical audiences and provide briefings to high-level government personnel.

* Author documents (reports, briefings, etc,) to support customer missions.

* Apply the engineering design process to discover innovative methods to solve technical problems and meet client requirements.

* Performs other job-related duties as assigned VoIP/Network Engineer - Expert Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
* Current TS/SCI with polygraph

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Additional experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.

* 7-10 years of relevant experience designing communications systems.

* Strong background in Microsoft Systems Engineering and providing support to those systems.

* Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP Networking

* Advanced experience with Voice and Video technologies (engineering vs implementation)

* Possesses a mix of technical skills in networking (TCP/IP, QoS, LAN/WAN), VoIP protocols (SIP, RTP, H.323), and platforms (Cisco, Asterisk, 3CX), alongside soft skills like problem-solving, communication, and troubleshooting using tools like Wireshark for complex call routing, security (SBCs, TLS), and cloud integration to design, implement, and maintain voice systems.

* Strong knowledge of virtualization products with a focus on Hyper-V.

* Proficiency in scripting languages with a focus on Power Shell.

* Experience with McAfee product suite.

* Demonstrated capacity to understand and communicate technical ideas, concepts, and thoughts across multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders.

* Demonstrated ability to independently determine and develop approach to solutions.

* Must have knowledge of Cisco Routing and Switching, and network architecture planning.

* Must have knowledge of remote administration and secure Virtual Private Networking.

* Must understand commercial encryption standards and their application in IP networking.

* Must have knowledge of VPN technologies, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IP Multicasting

* Must have knowledge of voice and video solutions to include Cisco, Polycom, and Avaya configuration management and endpoint management including SIP and H.323 protocols.

* Must have strong written and oral communication skills.

* Excellent analysis and critical thinking skills

* Ability to work independently as well as within small and large groups

* Capable of preparing and presenting briefings

* Experience with Microsoft Office product line, including Microsoft Access; experience with Lotus Notes

* Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company Information:
Cherokee Preting (Preting) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Preting, visit …