Modeling & Simulation Network Engineer

Modeling & Simulation Network Engineer

Twenty nine Palms, CA

The Modeling & Simulation Network Engineer reports to and receives work direction derivatives from the Modeling and Simulation Officer, Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and Task Order Manager. The Modeling & Simulation Network Engineer will perform the following duties:

• Provide technical network and management support to the Battle Simulation Center (BSC).
• Implement network and network integration solutions in compliance with the RMF, NIST, DoD, and Marine Corps policies and standards to establish or sustain Authorization To Operate (ATO) for information systems and networks.
• Maintain the network infrastructure and security (e.g., firewalls, access control lists, etc.) between multiple networks or enclaves of various Mission Assurance Categories (MAC) and classification levels to enable the controlled interconnection of training systems, experimental systems, domain services or coalition partners with BSC networks.
• Monitor logs for firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Install, configure, optimize, maintain, and operate network firewalls, intrusion Detection Systems, routers, and switches ensuring they comply with security policy, procedures and technical requirements.
• Develop and implement access control lists on routers, firewalls, and other network devices.
• Install, test, maintain, and upgrade network operating systems software and hardware to include system backups.
• Implement Change Management Procedures in conjunction with the Sys Admin and ISSE.
• Perform IT related customer support functions including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and customer assistance in response to customer requirements.
• Monitor and compile network security, audit, and network connectivity logs for the ISSE.
• Provide, as requested, by the ISSE network and security reports. Provide status updates (upon request) to the Government representative for all network infrastructure devices, IOS updates, security vulnerabilities, and corrective actions taken.
• Review vulnerability and compliance scanning of all BSC networks and services through the use of current DoD Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) or other government-provided solutions. Ensures anonymity is denied to the maximum extent possible.
• Maintain and track IT assets, ensuring systems are securely managed, regardless of location, across the network infrastructure for improved defense against the latest vulnerabilities.
• Assess and manage risks associated with network infrastructure resources.
• Evaluates threats, risks, and vulnerabilities and develops countermeasures to ensure continued network operation in the event of an IT service disruption.
• Provide instruction and on-the-job training to other team members.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

• High School Diploma
• IAT Level II or higher required.
• At least three years of experience in IT, which should include successful experience as an enterprise team member or lead.
• Familiar with USMC and DoD cybersecurity compliancy, instructions, policies and regulations.

• Documented network administration experience and an understanding of DoD enterprise network policies with a strong security mindset.
• Able to design and write clear communications and present training programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with others and senior management.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Work is conducted on site, in a government facility.
• Required to sit or stand for extended periods of time and maintain focus.
• May be required to lift, carry and move computer and associated equipment.
• Be able to work an unstable schedule, to include holidays and weekends in support of exercises. Exercises often require shifts of 12-14 hrs per day, 7 days a week for the duration of the exercise, which normally are 1-3 weeks in length.

• May require occasional travel for up to three weeks at a time (or longer).
• Qualification as an authorized company driver is required. All authorized company drivers must have a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to the company's auto insurance provider.
• Daily travel in local area during work day (including use of personal vehicle).
• Must meet current DoD Cyber Security Workforce program requirements for Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II or higher.
• Must possess and maintain training and certifications sufficient to be granted privileged access to Marine Corps information technology (IT) and information systems (IS) through documented completion of required training and certification.

• A NATO-Secret security clearance is…