Cloud Network Engineer

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Posted: 11-Jan-24

Location: Other, Virginia

Salary: Open

Categories:

Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 10000259

Department: Col of Engineering and Computing

Classification: Research Staff 12-month

Job Category: Research Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Telework Friendly: Yes

Location: Fairfax

Salary:  Salary commensurate with education and experience

Restricted: Yes

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Security Clearance Check: Yes

About the Center:

The Rapid Prototyping Research Center (RPRC) focuses on providing its Department of Defense (DoD) sponsors a unique perspective on rapid prototyping that aligns with Section 804 in the FY17 National Defense Authorization Act. Specifically, rather than developing a new system to satisfy intractable problems on the battlefield, the RPRC integrates new technology into existing infrastructure. This unique approach reduces acquisition costs since the sustainment tail is in place. It also reduces the time to field intractable solutions to the battlefield from 10-14 years down to 1-3 years and provides assurance that the prototype involved is integrated with the latest technology, not dated technology due to lengthy acquisition delivery timelines.

About the Position:

The Cloud Network Engineer will have the responsibility for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based network infrastructures, managing networking technologies such as routing, switching, load balancing, and firewalling, as well as cloud computing platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Additionally, will have the responsibility to provide detailed networking diagrams, configure networks per the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC,), or U.S Government department and agency requirements and security standards, and work collaboratively with other team members to ensure network reliability, scalability, and security.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of network solutions, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and other network technologies.
• Collaborate with other teams and stakeholders to define technical requirements, develop network architectures, and identify risks and mitigation strategies.
• Develop detailed network design documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, and test plans. 
• Lead the implementation and deployment of the network architecture, ensuring that the solutions are scalable, reliable, and secure.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members on the implementation of the network architecture, including configuration, testing, and troubleshooting processes.
• Participate in solution reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure the solutions meet quality standards. 
• Ensure that the team members, including GMU employees, students, and contractors, deliver high-quality network solutions that meet the needs of our clients and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Continuously evaluate and improve RPRC's processes and tools and provide leadership in adopting new network technologies and methodologies.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to RPRC and help to build a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Experience as a Network Engineer or Network Architect, designing and implementing network solutions for various applications (typically 5+ years);
• Experience with network technologies like LAN, WAN, VPN, and firewalls;
• Experience with network security technologies, such as IPSec, SSL, and firewall rules;
• Expertise in networking technologies such as routing, switching, load balancing, and firewalling;
• Experience in cloud computing platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP);
• Experience in providing detailed networking diagrams and configuring networks per the Department of Defense (DoD) requirements and security standards;
• Demonstrated knowledge of network architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with ability to identify and mitigate technical risks;
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality network solutions on-time and meeting customer requirements;
• Ability to work collaboratively with other team members to ensure network reliability, scalability, and security; and
• Must be a US citizen with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related field;
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies;
• Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams and the ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members; and
• Experience in troubleshooting issues related to cloud-based network infrastructure and knowledge of network automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Cloud Network Engineer at https://jobs.gmu.edu/ ; complete and submit the online application; and provide a cover letter, resume, a list of three professional references with contact information, and a statement of what diversity and inclusion mean to you.

Posting Open Date: December 5, 2023

For Full Consideration, Apply by: December 19, 2023

Open Until Filled?:  Yes

A Force for Innovation in the Heart of Northern Virginia's Technology Corridor:
 
The College of Engineering and Computing at George Mason University is comprised of the Volgenau School of Engineering and the School of Computing. The College is a fast-growing force for innovation in research and education. Ranked nationally in the top 100 in both undergraduate and graduate education, the College boasts more than 10,800 students in 37 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs, including several first-in-the-nation offerings. Of the 305 full-time faculty who comprise the College, 97 are tenured, 66 are tenure-track, 90 are instructional faculty, and 52 are research faculty. As part of a nationally ranked research university, its research teams expended $65 million in sponsored research awards in the past year and has projects with over $120 million in current and anticipated awards. The College stands out for its leading research in areas such as artificial intelligence, data analytics engineering, cybersecurity engineering, biomedical imaging and devices, community-based healthcare, autonomous systems, 5G/Next G communications, systems architectures, computational biomedicine, advanced materials and manufacturing, sustainable infrastructure, and more. The College encourages multidisciplinary research and provides ample opportunity for faculty to work with other disciplines.

George Mason University is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, with an enrollment of over 40,000 students studying in over 200 degree programs.  Mason is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in a range of academic fields. It was classified as an R1 research institution in 2016 by the Carnegie Classifications of Institutes of Higher Education. Mason has campuses in Fairfax, Arlington, and Prince William. Its proximity to Washington, D.C. provides unmatched geographical access to a number of federal agencies and national laboratories. Northern Virginia is also home to one of the largest concentrations of high-tech firms in the nation, providing excellent opportunities for interaction with industry. The region is consistently rated as being among the best places to live in the country and has an outstanding local public school system.

In conjunction with Amazon's decision to establish a second headquarters in Northern Virginia, the Commonwealth of Virginia announced a multi-year plan to invest in the growth of degree programs in computing. George Mason University has committed to accelerate its plans to grow its capacity in computing and high-tech fields.  Among the exciting initiatives being undertaken by the university are the launch of the Institute for Digital InnovAtion, a university think tank and incubator to serve the digital economy, and the expansion of its Arlington Campus with a planned 400,000 square foot building that will house the new Institute for Digital InnovAtion. These initiatives reflect hundreds of millions of dollars in new investment by Mason that will rapidly elevate the university's already leading national position in computing and related areas.

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