Network Engineer 1 - Washington, DC with Security Clearance

Overview About M.C. Dean M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence . We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration. Why Join Us? Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries. We are seeking a Network Engineer 1 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets. Responsibilities The Network Engineer 1 is responsible for the design, implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting of the organization's network infrastructure. This role involves ensuring the stability and performance of the network. The Network Engineer works to maintain network reliability, resolve issues promptly, and collaborate with other IT teams to ensure that networking systems support the organization's operational needs. Network Engineer will monitor equipment, update configurations, and repair equipment as necessary. * Cross connecting patch panels; installing hardware and other equipment

• Assisting senior network engineers to identify and resolve network security issues
• Researching new technologies in order to support analysis of existing systems
• Documenting network problems and resolution for future reference
• Bidding and pricing network related projects with senior engineers Qualifications Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; ACTIVE TS/SCI Clearance is REQUIRED Education and Experience: * Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) B.S. and 0 Years of Relevant Experience
• Network Firewalls and VPN solutions Cisco routers and switches of various models
• Must be able to configure wireless devices
• Systems: Windows, Cisco Systems, UNIX,
• Networking: Switches, Routers, Hubs, Servers, Cables, Racks, Firewalls, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, SNMP, STP, DNS
• Familiar with operating systems such as Unix and Microsoft
  
  

Recommended Experience and Certifications: * ITIL 4 Foundation

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals
• VMware Certified Technical Associate
• CompTIA Security
• CompTIA Network
• CompTIA A
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Formal SharePoint Certifications or demonstrated experience
  
  

Additional Qualifications: * Strong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills.

• Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical skills, time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
• Strong MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint Skills is a plus.
  
  

What we offer: * A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.

• An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
• Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.
  
  

We offer an excellent benefits package including: * A competitive salary

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave
  
  

Abilities: * Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.

• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person. Pay Range USD $72,320.00 - USD $108,480.00 /Yr.