We are currently seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join COLSA's Corporate IT Department. This position is not associated with any specific government contract and is fully funded. The selected candidate will be a member of the corporate IT department supporting all COLSA personnel, systems and networks.

• Performs complex technical support of local, wide area and cloud-based networks to include planning, designing, evaluating, and selecting operating solutions.
• Assists in planning, deploying and supporting solutions leveraging Microsoft server and Windows desktops, Microsoft Office 365, Cisco and Palo Alto networking, VoIP systems, VMWare, as well as wireless networking solutions.
• Performs maintenance and upgrade of networks, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and network management systems*
• Monitors network connectivity and ensure high quality data transmission*
• Analyzes local and wide area network systems, to include testing*
• Resolves complex interoperability problems to obtain operations across all platforms *
• Configures communication media with routers, switches, firewalls and other devices
• Configures routine systems to user environments
• Participates in planning, researching, evaluating, designing and developing plans for network systems
• Conducts internal studies and research
• Supports acquisition of hardware and software, as well as, subcontractor services as needed
• Provides technical support to various departments and users
• Serves as liaison with vendors and other third-party providers
• May serve as technical lead for lower level employees
• May assist in proposal prep for new solutions

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, self-starter with excellent attention to detail. Determining priorities and able to multi task in this fast paced environment is a must. The ideal candidate is a quick study who can adapt to frequent change. The selected candidate must be able to work independently with little supervision and display strong organizational skills.

_At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.  _

Required Skills Required Experience

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors’ degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of related experience
• Experience in working with a wide variety of enterprise IT systems.
• Experience with VOIP solutions to include Cisco CallManager/UCS and/or Microsoft Voice
• Proficient in supporting a Microsoft computing environment and working knowledge of a wide variety of Microsoft, Cisco and Palo Alto solutions.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills and be comfortable briefing management, speaking to large groups and leading training events.
• US Citizenship required. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications a plus

• CompTIA Security + or Network +

• CISSP

• Cisco CCNA

• Palo Alto PCCET, PCNSA, PCNSE

• Splunk

• Familiarity with implementing and managing

• NIST SP 800-171 controls (related to network security)

• CMMC L3, 4 & 5 practices (related to network security)

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.