Telecommunications Network Engineer 0 Annapolis Junction, MD (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Annapolis+Junction+MD) Description Synergy ECP is looking for a Telecommunications Network Engineer to provide maintenance and sustainment of existing networks. Responsibilities include: + Resolve routine network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators + Monitors data or voice system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues. Activates scripts as alarms occur or issues surface. Confirms accuracy of messages, alarms or issues and/or determines severity of problem, issue or alarm. Initiates resolution as appropriate + Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate. Researches issues to determine if problem may be resolved using predefined procedures + Resolves basic issues; documents the results. Communicates occurrence of alarms or issues and resulting actions taken to resolve or escalate problem + Executes scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures. Identifies issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary + Activates/deactivates network lines according to established schedules + Performs first- and/or second-level problem determination (first level is help desk) + Interfaces with users and/or network vendors + Can follow detailed work instructions Requirements + Two (2) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity are required + Associate's degree in engineering technology from an accredited college is required. Two (2) years of additional network engineering experience may be substituted for an Associate's degree + Experience with installation and configuration of any levels of network devices, such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper devices is a plus + Experience supporting WAN technologies such as SONET (OC3, OC48, OC192), DS3, T1, etc. + Experience with Taclanes/KG-175, etc. + Experience with MPLS, BGP, VPNs, etc. + IAT level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M is required at time of start + Desired: CompTIA Network+, CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent CLEARANCE REQUIRED + Must have a TS/SCI polygraph clearance About Us Formed in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, MD, our talented, dedicated staff provide a broad range of services in cybersecurity, software, data transport solutions, systems engineering, and IT services to the U.S. Intelligence and Defense Communities. We deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security. In an ultra-competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to our name, making sure excellence is displayed by ourEmployees, to ourCustomers and by continually improvingPerformance (ECP). This is what sets us apart and enables us to be an autonomous yet agile business delivering huge results and meeting our customers’ evolving demands. Synergy ECP has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple branches of the US government and military services. Synergy ECP is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. If you are interested in learning more about Synergy ECP and what opportunities may be available to you, let’s start a conversation together! Our team is happy to speak with you about your experience and goals so that they may work with you in finding the kinds of positions that you are most interested in. Feel free to drop off your resume with us via our website or send it along tostaffing@synergyecp.com. Apply today and start your new career at Synergy ECP!