Job OverviewJob Title: MAF Journeyman Network Engineer
Location: Scott AFB, Illinois
Job ResponsibilitiesTrace Systems is seeking a MAF Journeyman Network Engineer to provide hands-on network configuration, implementation, troubleshooting, and sustainment for Mobility Air Forces traffic integrated into EACN at Scott AFB.
The project associated with this position is currently in the proposal stage.- Configure, implement, and support network infrastructure, operating systems, and computer data exchange equipment used to integrate MAF Operations traffic into EACN.
- Identify and resolve network performance issues affecting MAF Operations.
- Troubleshoot, repair or replace, configure, monitor, and upgrade network equipment and supporting systems.
- Support approved integration, test, installation, transition, and cutover activities for new MAF capabilities.
- Maintain accurate configurations, diagrams, implementation records, tickets, and technical procedures.
- Coordinate with senior engineers, cybersecurity personnel, Government engineers, and operational users.
- Support network monitoring, compliance, performance analysis, and restoration of service.
In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency requirements, the following compensation information is provided for this position. The base salary range represents the minimum and maximum compensation Trace reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, location, experience, qualifications, skills, and performance.
Salary Minimum: $78,000
Salary Maximum: $100,000
The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the Trace salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition, Trace provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, flexible spending accounts, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, company holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Minimum Qualifications- Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (minimum); higher-level eligibility may be required based on assigned access.
- Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, ship is required.
- Candidates must meet the applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the assigned work role. DoD 8140 Work Role(s): 441 Network Operations Specialist, Proficiency Level: Intermediate; and may qualify through education, military training, certifications, or a combination thereof.
- Qualifying credentials include a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity or Data Science or Information Systems or Information Technology or Software Engineering or completion of relevant military communications or network training.
- Qualifying certifications may include CEH, Cloud+, GCIH, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or other DoD 8140-approved certifications. Higher proficiency-level or equivalent DoD 8140-approved certifications applicable to the assigned work role may also be accepted.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.
- Ability to work in a secure DoD environment and comply with applicable Air Force, installation, and program security requirements.
- 3+ years of network administration or engineering experience supporting enterprise LAN/WAN environments.
- Current Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
- DoD-approved IA baseline certification commensurate with the position, or ability to obtain it within six months.
- Experience with Cisco routing and switching, troubleshooting, monitoring, implementation, and technical documentation.
Desired Qualification- Experience with Mobility Air Forces, airborne communications, EACN, A2G2, SATCOM, or Air Force networks.
- Experience with network integration, classified environments, DISA STIGs, SolarWinds, Splunk, or ServiceNow.
- Prior military service or experience supporting Department of Defense or U.S. Air Force customers.
- Experience supporting mission-essential communications in distributed, multi-site environments.
Education- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field preferred.
Trace SystemsTrace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad-- whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text 'tracejobs' to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: #jointracesystems
Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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