MANTECH seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Network Engineer to join our team in Ft. Meade, MD.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Configure, secure, and deploy enterprise-level firewalls, primarily utilizing Palo Alto hardware and PAN-OS software to provide advanced network security solutions and manage traffic.
- Manage complex switching infrastructure across various networks, maintaining network stability and connectivity to mission-critical system infrastructure..
- Implement and support enterprise-grade routing solutions to facilitate secure and consistent data exchange across various networks.
- Perform routine security patching on switches, routers, and firewalls to ensure compliance and mitigate vulnerabilities across the networks.
- Preconfigure switches, firewalls, and routers so they are ready for immediate mission operation deployment.
- Plan, design, install, maintain, monitor, analyze, troubleshoot, modify, and support mission critical system networks to ensure maximum performance and availability.
- Provide technical support for LANs/WANs for mission critical systems and infrastructure.
- Solve complex network problems using analytical thinking, tools, and innovative approaches.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience with a technical Bachelor’s degree
- Experience configuring firewalls, primarily Palo Alto hardware and PAN-OS software.
- Experience managing switching infrastructure for mission-critical system connectivity.
- Experience implementing routing solutions to ensure secure data exchange.
- Experience performing security patching on switches, routers, and firewalls.
- Experience reconfiguring network devices for immediate mission deployment.
- Experience designing and maintaining complex LAN/WAN networks for maximum availability.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with high-security or classified network environments.
- Demonstrated ability to lead functional teams or complex network projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with advanced network monitoring and automation tools.
Clearance Requirement:
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 50% of the time.
- Constantly operates a computer and other standard office equipment.
- Occasionally moves about the office to access files, equipment, and other work areas.
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