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M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.\nM9 Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer 4 to work on-site in support of a government contract for a client located in Charleston, SC. An active Secret clearance is required.\nResponsibilities\nReports measurement results in actionable form to more senior personnel and management.\nConducts surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as required.\nInstalls, configures, and maintains network services, equipment, and devices.\nWorks closely with field engineers to simulate expected system-level performance and provides quick feedback on potential improvements.\nAssists senior network engineers to identify and resolve network security issues.\nDevelops network designs for each SLA classification.\nOriginates design documents for small projects and in support of large programs.\nAssists senior engineers in preparation of designs, including narrative design documents, systems designs, and subsystem designs (CAD/panels/layouts/wiring/hardware/communications).\nPrepares specifications and performs QA/QC and technical reviews of designs.\nConducts comment resolution testing and commission review/approval of test plans (safety/risk/manufacturability).\nAuthors test plans.\nLeads and supervises testing activities.\nAuthors testing and commissioning procedures.\nPrepares test reports.\nCommissions deployed systems.\nDevelops test fixtures and simulation devices.\nGenerates standard PITCO plans and procedures.\nDesigns and performs complete system integration tests.\nTroubleshoots and debugs complex network problems and recommends operational efficiency improvements.\nPerforms preventative maintenance (software/hardware/firmware upgrades) including security updates, performance upgrades, and scheduled maintenance.\nOriginates and submits maintenance plans and provides rollback plans.\nServes as backup for team members during paid time off.\nPerforms hardware/software upgrades and replacements on existing systems.\nSupports a 24/7 on-call schedule.\nDocuments crucial working procedures and troubleshooting of network operations.\nEmploys moderate understanding of network administration as related to business operations.\nAssists team members in identifying and resolving basic/moderate network/telecom issues.\nInterprets and analyzes results versus established benchmarks and goals.\nWorks with project managers to meet expectations for network tasks.\nCompletes project tasks and assignments to meet project deadlines.\nContributes to own team and closely related teams through quality and accuracy of output.\nPerforms research on available technologies and products as needed by operations or project managers.\nPrepares cost estimates and supporting documents for projects.\nAssists senior engineers in preparation of bids and proposals, cost estimates, supporting documentation, and pricing of change orders.\nAssists in developing and adapting documents, procedures, and formal processes for the network engineering team to accomplish project planning (PKOM's and gate checks).\nCollaborates with other disciplines to define work and interfaces.\nRequired Skills and Qualifications\nSecret security clearance.\nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), or a related discipline and 7+ years of progressive experience.\nU.S. citizenship is required for this role.\nUnderstanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) concepts.\nUnderstanding of security issues and implications for network solutions.\nKnowledge of network concepts, technologies, tools, and philosophies, and the ability to design an organization's network infrastructure and services.\nKnowledge of system development methodology, project management, system architecture, and analytical/problem-solving skills.\nStrong oral, technical writing, and presentation skills.\nAbility to build productive relationships with team members, clients, and other network/system stakeholders.\nAbility to establish working relationships with others outside area of expertise.\nMust be able to balance high-quality standards with schedule pressures and a demanding environment.\nMust be a resourceful self-starter, flexible, proactive, solution-oriented, and customer-oriented.\nAbility to sit and be exposed to computer screens for extended periods of time.\nAbility to reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.\nFinger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.\nAbility to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.\nAbility to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.\nAbility to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.\nAbility to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.\nAbility to identify and understand the speech of another person.\nPreferred Skills and Qualifications\nExperience reading network and connectivity schematics and plans.\nExperience with network system startup, configuration, and calibration.\nExperience with testing and troubleshooting.\nExperience with basic electrical and machinist hand tools.\nExperience with testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and software (spectrum analyzer, cable tester, alignment tool).\nExperience with ticketing and monitoring toolsets.\nKnowledge of one or more IT/Network platforms, such as Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, or Arista.\nExperience with standard network software (Visio, Wireshark, Putty, CLI, etc.).\nKnowledge of cybersecurity and STIG applications to network systems.\nFull-Time Employee Compensation\nM9 Solutions’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.\nM9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits\nSalary Range\n$60,000—$180,000 USD\nM9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal subcontractor and complies with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). M9 also adheres to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), ensuring equal opportunity for protected veterans. If you wish to voluntarily share that you are an individual with a disability, you are welcome to do so at any point in the application or employment process; M9 does not require this information, and it will not affect your candidacy. If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at  or 703-936-0880.\nM9 Solutions is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents. \nWith 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. 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