Tier III Network Upgrade Engineer

We seek talented individuals with expertise in specific areas to support a key government customer. This program will maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of our country's most critical missions at home and abroad. If you are ready to support a high-performing team that makes a difference, join us!

Job Description:

We are looking for Senior Tier III Network Upgrade Engineer to join our intelligence program supporting a key government customer in Northern Virginia. In this role, you will support the Network Operations Team in providing timely network vulnerability remediation. Job duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assess current network infrastructure and identify areas needing upgrades.
• Coordinate with worldwide partners to plan and schedule patch deployments, minimizing disruptions to operations.
• Collaborate with security teams to prioritize patching efforts based on the severity and impact of vulnerabilities.
• Perform firmware and software updates on existing network devices.
• Utilize automated patch management tools to streamline the patching process.
• Monitor the network post-upgrade to ensure stability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during and after the upgrade process.
• Conduct thorough testing to ensure network performance, reliability, and security.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all patch management activities, including patch status, deployment schedules, and testing results.
• Communicate upgrade plans and progress to stakeholders.
• Ensure all network upgrades adhere to security policies and standards.
• Continuously evaluate and improve patch management processes and tools.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in patch management technology and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements related to patch management.
• Assess the risks associated with delaying or not applying certain patches.
• Work closely with other incident response teams to ensure rapid remediation of vulnerabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years of relevant experience, which can be a combination of degree and work history:
  • High School diploma plus 10 years of work history
  • Associate's degree plus 8 years of work history
  • Bachelors' degree plus 6 years of work history
  • Masters plus 4 years of work history
• Strong understanding of network protocols, devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls), and network architectures.
• Proficiency with network patch management tools and systems, such as Cisco NSO, SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager, or similar solutions.
• Knowledge of various network operating systems, such as Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos, and others.
• Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and network security tools.
• Experience in network administration, network security, or a similar role, with a focus on patch management.
• Experience in conducting vulnerability assessments and risk analysis for network devices.
• Experience in responding to network security incidents and applying emergency patches.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of patch deployments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate with various IT teams and stakeholders.
• High attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation and reporting of network patch management activities.

Desired Qualifications:

• ServiceNow, Splunk, Tableau, Power Bi and other data visualization tools experience
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate patch deployment processes for network devices.
• Certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA Network+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar credentials.

Work Hours:

• Core hours plus on call

Position requires active security clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Pay Range: Competitive

The RealmOne pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role's responsibilities, the candidate's educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.

RealmOne Benefits:

• Healthcare Coverage + Insurance: Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution. Dental + Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family with buy-up option available.
• Retirement + Savings: 401K - 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION - 5% safe harbor (immediate vest) - 5% annual profit share (vesting req'd).
• Paid Time Off + More: 4 weeks starting PTO - 11 federal holidays + 2 floating holidays - Paid hours for company-required training.
• Career Growth + Development: Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy - Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc. - $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance.
• MORE BENEFITS...FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE! - Paid parental leave - Adoption assistance - Annual swag drops - Flexible work schedules - -Generous referral bonus program - Employee appreciation + family-friendly corporate events ...and much more.

ABOUT US

• RealmOne is a mid-sized science and technology company dedicated to solving our customers' toughest mission challenges.
• Headquartered in Columbia, MD., RealmOne supplies advanced cybersecurity, data science and software engineering services and products to customers in the Government and commercial sectors.
• RealmOne delivers encompassing mission assurance and critical systems support to government customers across various U.S. locations to include Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
• RealmOne has won numerous awards, to include Top Workplaces by the Baltimore Sun. Across more than 20 prime contracts, RealmOne is a premiere innovator for the Government and Department of Defense, and our team is located across the United States.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or disability status.