Junior IT/Networking Engineer

Amentum • Alexandria • 1d ago

Amentum Secure Network Solutions is looking for a Junior IT/Networking Engineer to support client-based programs teams in the Washington Metro Area. As a Junior IT/Networking Engineer at Amentum, you will work closely with engineering teams to develop, architect, and provide IT and engineering services to maximize the quality of contract deliverables, and to support the development of emerging technical projects. This role requires a wide range of technical skills, and the ability to creatively solve complex technical challenges across IT disciplines (including networking, services, hardware, software, and Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) systems). Your work will support engineering projects and ensure all deliverables adhere to industry standards and company guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with engineers on current Amentum programs to improve systems and standardize engineering practices.

Support the execution of new technical system deployments on current programs adhering to customer requirements.

Support the development of new technology integration.

Attend engineering meetings and provide technical input.

Review ongoing engineering practices and provide feedback to improve contract deliverables.

Leverage experience in secure network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/WLAN) for mission-critical deployments.

Utilize tools such as VMware ESXi, NetEdit, Cisco ISE, and SolarWinds for infrastructure monitoring and configuration.

Implement secure, scalable network architectures for multi-domain environments supporting classified government operations.

Implement CSfC-compliant remote access and enterprise-grade secure wireless solutions.

Required Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in IT or related technical field

Active TS/SCI clearance or higher

Certifications (or equivalent) OR aptitude to obtain:

AWS Solutions Architect or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in technical subjects such as Engineering, IT, STEM, related field, or equivalent experience

CCNA or equivalent (CCDA, and CCDP also beneficial)

Technical skills or the aptitude to learn in the following disciplines:

Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or related)

Transport, routing & security/auth protocols, OSI model

CSfC architecture and compliance (MACP)

IT networking/systems

Cisco, Aruba, Juniper device configuration

Routing, switching, TCP/UDP, VLAN, VPN, high-availability, redundancy

Network services: DNS, DHCP, VoIP, NTP, SMTP

Status monitoring: SNMP, traps, OIDs, MIBs (e.g., SolarWinds)

Wireless technologies: 802.11, Wi-Fi, Li-Fi, survey and tuning

Edge network transport: Satcom (GEO, LEO, GPS, VSAT, RF), Cellular (SIMs, APN), SD-WAN

Virtualization: Type 1/2 hypervisors, VMware ESXi/vCenter

Operating Systems: Windows and Linux

Scripting and automation: PowerShell, Bash

Data center environment management: Power, cabling, UPS, PDU, airflow, alerting

Strong skills in documentation, technical drawings (Visio), and communication of engineering concepts

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