Job#: 3026109 Job Description: Network Solution Design SpecialistApex Systems is immediately hiring for Network/Telcom Specialists with a large government client supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (multiple positions available) on-site in Columbus, OH!
Position requires a currently active DoD-issued Secret Security Clearance.
If interested in applying, please either apply directly through the site or email a copy of your updated resume to Melissa at (please reference Job ID: 3026109)
Location: 100% on-site in Columbus, OH
Schedule: Typically Monday-Friday, Day-Shift (candidates must have flexibility to work an alternate or swing shift, as business needs dictate.)
Contract Duration: 6 month contract-to-permanent-hire opportunity
Pay Rate: $30-32/hour (depending upon experience)
THE POSITIONThe Network Solution Design Specialist will focus on customer service for the DISN Consolidated Provisioning effort at the Columbus, Ohio location. This role covers the entire provisioning process, from order entry and preparation to solution design and circuit activation. The Solution Design Specialist will also participate in customer outreach, Quality of Service (QoS) configuration, commercial leasing activities, and facilities network solution development. They will be responsible for ensuring the DISN network infrastructure is functional, efficient, and available to meet operational needs for mission partners.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Lead and direct the planning, investigation, design, and implementation of communications solutions impacting the entire network, ensuring alignment with DISA programs and systems.
- Apply knowledge of DISA processes to integrate solutions across both classified and non-classified networks, focusing on system development and network optimization.
- Collaborate with team members, customers, and vendors to define and address communication needs (voice, data, image) by providing solutions that include software, hardware, and network support.
- Prepare and recommend workprints, schematics, and design tools to illustrate network structures and solutions for communications projects.
- Evaluate customer network usage and provide media solutions, optimize network servers, and ensure network configurations meet performance goals.
- Work effectively with a diverse team of government and contractor technicians to manage and maintain network equipment, configurations, and privilege sets.
- Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, to prepare documentation, technical specifications, and ensure proper order fulfillment processes across teams.
- Contribute to marketing proposals and studies by providing costing models, reports, and technical solutions for network projects.
- Influence product modifications with vendors, using design and tracking tools to evaluate network usage and provide technical and cost solutions.
- Use DISA processes to recommend and implement new network administrative systems for accurate inventory and timely network management.
- Apply technical skills and judgment to develop methods for obtaining results, improving processes, and overseeing system upgrades.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, security policies, training requirements, certifications, and other assigned duties.
QUALIFICATIONS- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years of military experience in a communications field or an applicable technical discipline; OR 2+ years in an accredited technical training program, including 1 year of experience in an applicable communication field; OR 2+ years of experience in a communication field or applicable technical discipline.
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