WAN Engineer II

Overview Abacus Technology is seeking a WAN Engineer to provide enterprise network support for the AFCENT Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC) at Shaw AFB as part of a 24/7/365 support environment. This is a full-time position. Responsibilities Design and engineer enterprise WAN architecture. Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot National IP/MPLS backbone network.

Configure and implement internal, external, and service provider routing protocols including but not limited to Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS). Analyze a myriad of networking metrics and recognize sub-par network performance. Configure and troubleshoot Quality of Service (QOS) involving policing, shaping, and queuing from partner owned routers.

Develop reports and trend analysis documentation on bandwidth and network security incidents. Perform analysis for collaboration of network/system needs and participate in planning, designing, upgrading and deployment of enterprise datacenter hardware and software using a project-based timeline. Provide general IT Management, networking, and LAN/WAN support. Provide technical and general O&M support as required.

Qualifications 3+ years experience in network support. Associate’s degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Must be Security+ certified (or hold an equivalent certification in compliance with DoD 8570 IAT Level II). Must be CCNP certified. Must hold the ITIL Foundations certification or be able to obtain the certification within 60 days of hire.

Must possess experience and demonstrate working knowledge in designing, engineering, implementing and troubleshooting enterprise WAN architectures utilizing External Gateway Protocols (EGPs) such as Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) and Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and Interior Gateway Protocols (IGPs) such as Cisco’s Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP).

Knowledge of what constitutes a “threat” to a network. Experience providing LAN/WAN enterprise support. Must possess experience and demonstrate an understanding of Microsoft server installation, roles, Active Directory, storage, performance management, and maintenance. Experience providing feedback to enhance future collection and analysis.

Must have strong communication skills and be able to interact professionally within all levels of an organization. Must be able to provide support occasionally covering shifts outside of the assigned shift and/or providing after hours, weekend, or holiday support as needed on a rotational basis. Must be able to travel to CONUS or OCONUS sites to provide TDY support.

Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled