Network Engineer III

Akima

Today
Secret
Unspecified
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
Falls Church, VA (On-Site/Office)

We are seeking an experienced Lead Network Engineer to manage and secure our complex IT systems and services. In this role, you will be responsible for systems security, cyber security, and information assurance (IA). You'll identify various network & system vulnerabilities, apply patches, and ensure the seamless operation of our network and End User Device (EUD) infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Identify network, system vulnerabilities and apply necessary patches.
  • Design, configure, and maintain complex switching environments and multi-server setups including IP address schemes, DNS, WINS, and Ether-Channel (Bonding).
  • Configure and install network software for upgrades and maintenance of network systems.
  • Maintain multi-site network operations, software applications, operating systems, and regular maintenance tasks.
  • Ensure network security through proper configuration of VPNs and firewalls.
  • Participate in the "After Hours Duty Support" process.
  • Serve as backup to the Program Manager when needed.
  • Communicate effectively with clients and provide outstanding customer support.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in an IA support environment.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification is required.
  • CISSP certification is preferred.
  • 3 - 5 years of experience with VMware, CITRIX, Cisco switches, ACAS, HBSS, scripting and group policy, Windows Server 2016, Azure Active Directory, and firewalls.
  • Manage, track, and resolve support tickets in Service Now (SNOW).
  • Strong knowledge of VPN and Virtualization technologies is required.
  • Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense secret clearance.
  • Excellent communication and customer support skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Team player with a proactive attitude.

Job ID

2025-15862
Work Type

On-Site
Company Description



Work Where it Matters

Tuvli, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Tuvli, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Tuvli provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Tuvli ensures that solutions are strictly aligned with agency processes and desired program outcomes while delivering the best value for technology investments.

As a Tuvli employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
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Be part of something bigger. With Akima, you’ll enjoy the agility and autonomy of working for a small business, while also being supported by an enterprise over 10,000 employees strong. Career growth and opportunity? Look no further.

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Akima is a global enterprise with 10,000 employees, delivering solutions to the federal government in the core areas of information technology; facilities & ground logistics; aerospace solutions; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation owned by more than 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, Akima’s core mission is to enable superior outcomes for our customers’ missions while simultaneously creating a long-lived asset for NANA consistent with our Iñupiat values. In 2024, Akima ranked #29 on Washington Technology’s Top 100 list of government contractors.

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Job Category
IT - Hardware
Clearance Level
Secret
Employer
Akima