GCA is seeking six (6) Senior Network Engineers to provide on-site support for the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Information Operations, Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS), Network & Telecommunications Services (NTS), Local Area Network Branch (NTS-LAN). The NTS-LAN operates enterprise-wide across multiple DLA locations. This contract supports wired and wireless LAN functions by providing advanced skills and expertise in telecommunications engineering and operational support for both current and emerging LAN technologies.
Work Location
This position is on-site at designated DLA facilities (e.g., Columbus, OH; New Cumberland, PA; Battle Creek, MI; Richmond, VA; and Fort Belvoir, VA).
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate the ability to work independently, or under general direction, on requirements that are moderately complex to analyze, plan, program, and implement. Make recommendations, when needed, for approval of major network installations. Closely coordinate with other information system professionals to ensure proper implementation of network services. In conjunction with functional users, develop alternative solutions and backup plans. Provide technical and administrative direction for personnel responsible for telecommunications network design, implementation, and operations tasks, including reviewing work products for accuracy, adherence to design concepts, compliance with user standards, and progress according to established schedules.
Experience in telecommunications network design and management
Experience in the analysis and design of voice networks, LAN and WAN data networks, wireless networks, and/or network management systems to support voice and data services
Experience with complex applications involving all phases of telecommunications network design, implementation, and analysis, as well as experience managing those activities
Experience managing the evaluation and cost estimation of voice and data WAN services from telecommunications carriers, designing access and backbone networks using carrier services, or managing the analysis and design of wireless voice or data networks (using private radio facilities or commercial services)
Analyze and develop telecommunications networks supporting a wide range of capabilities, including voice, data, video, and/or wireless services
Analyze problems and characteristics of the information to be transported
Define network problems and develop corresponding system requirements and specifications
Deliverables
Prepare milestone status reports and deliver presentations on network progress to colleagues, subordinates, and end-user representatives
Develop designs and plans for the installation and maintenance of telecommunications systems from project inception through completion
Minimum Requirements
Seven (7) years of Network Operations experience (a Bachelor’s degree or Military Service may account for two of those years)
Sensitivity Level: IT-I – Critical Sensitive
Clearance: Secret (TS preferred)
DoD Approved 8570/8140 Baseline Certification: Category IAT Level II
Computing Environment Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, CCDA, BPIPA, CCIE, CCSPA, or SCNA
Current Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) certification
GCA is a Small Disadvantaged Veteran Owned company supporting several government contracts. GCA is pleased to offer a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. Below is a brief overview of our benefits package.
Competitive Compensation
Paid Time off includes 10 federal holidays and 15 additional days.
Bereavement Leave
Parental Leave
PTO Cash out
Company Paid STD and LTD
Life and AD&D Insurance
70% employer paid Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
401k Savings and company match
Employee referral program
At GCA, we stand at the forefront of innovation, lighting the way towards a future where technology serves as a beacon of possibility. As a premier provider of Information Technology and Audio-Visual Integration services, our mission is to empower individuals and organizations to navigate the digital landscape with confidence and clarity. We work to provide the latest information technology support services and Audio Visual system solutions to our customers worldwide.