AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

As a Network Engineer you will have the opportunity to do the following:

• Coordinate with network administrators and stakeholders to manage changes, whether implementing new networks or upgrading existing ones. 
• Play a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and executing security measures to protect both new and legacy networks. 
• Engage in network modeling, analysis, and strategic planning, you'll help us stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
• Work closely with architecture teams to evaluate and recommend cutting-edge network technologies. Support network administrators in resolving complex troubleshooting issues and may oversee vendor engagements to aid in these efforts. 
• Handle operational or administrative duties for networks in both lab and production environments.
• Exhibit higher levels of independent thought and handle more complex tasks than Level II engineers, with the potential to supervise others. 
• Bring your strategic vision and proactive problem-solving skills to a dynamic and forward-thinking team.

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalency
• Public Trust Clearance
• IA Technical/Management Designation: IAT II and CE
• Experience in this Discipline: Six (6) years of progressive experience demonstrating the required proficiency.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Additional Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with cloud networking (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Experience with scripting and automation tools like Python or Ansible for network automation.
• Knowledge of emerging networking technologies and trends, such as SD-WAN.
• These qualifications equip a Network Engineer III to manage and optimize complex network environments effectively, ensuring their reliability, security, and scalability.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $92,100.00/Yr. - USD $193,900.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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