Network Engineer

Overview:

Goldbelt Frontier is committed to providing support for a range of health technology management operations, projects, and services across the government and commercial industries. Frontier collaborates with clients and partners with other businesses to ensure that the right solution with the right people is delivered to meet the client’s needs. Many senior project managers and business analysts are subject matter experts in their respective fields. Frontier understands how to support multiple stakeholders to aid in developing and implementing national policies, strategies, and doctrine. 

 

Summary:

We are seeking a part-time Communications/Electronics/IT Professional, Network Engineer with a background in network communications and network management. This position will require the Technician to travel to various work sites, which can range from one (1) week to two (2) months.

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for the transmission, reception, and presentation of audio and video signals over satellite and fiber optic networks for a Closed-Circuit Television System
• Operate and maintain A/V communications equipment, conduct monthly connectivity testing, preventative maintenance, and inventory of spare parts and equipment
• Control transmission equipment in order to regulate transmission quality during broadcasts
• Manage network traffic and configure network
• Install media equipment such as TVs, Projectors, Speaker Systems, and monitoring equipment and perform initial troubleshooting of electronic equipment
• Provide solutions for network connectivity and document technical problems, resolutions, and update Standard Operating Procedures

Qualifications:

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to set up and run IP video broadcasts through video encoders for live video events and monitor video and audio health. Additionally, be able to complete electrical wiring, programming, and troubleshooting of A/V equipment and have a clear understanding of encoding/decoding standards
• Functional knowledge of adjusting and selecting A/V sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted
• Knowledge of satellite communications with experience in very small aperture terminals (VSAT) and associated equipment to include demonstrating an ability to establish and maintain VSAT terminals in the field
• Possess a strong technical and analytical background in IP Network communications to include data networks and transmission packets, the ability to establish transmission plans and knowledge of network hardware including routers, switches, and satellite modems
• Knowledge and the ability to effectively establish two-way communication over a closed network via a satellite or fiber connection
• Ability to quickly analyze and resolve satellite and fiber optic network transmission issues
• High level of proficiency with the Microsoft Office

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in IT support, Network technical support, A/V Support, or telecommunications
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance
• Ability to travel over 75%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in IT, Network Engineering, Audiovisual Systems or related IT certifications or 5 years related demonstrated experience
• Cisco Certification (CCT, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE)
• Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
• Knowledge of various types of software and hardware such as Cisco Systems Cisco Works, SolarWinds software, virus protection and configuration management, and network security management software
• Installation and operation of Secure AES-256 Encryption devices for transmitting and receiving network and audiovisual data
• Strong computer background in software application and system integration
• Experience in video and audio broadcasts of internet protocol
• Installation and operation of IP networks, VoIP, network switches and routers
• Set up and monitor network devices in real-time with SolarWinds Network Monitoring software and quickly analyze and troubleshoot transmission issues
• Manage Static and Dynamic Routes (OSPF) and implement and troubleshoot IPSEC VPN connections and Encryption on Network Equipment as well as configure and manage encrypted links over Satellite and Fiber connections.
• Conduct Quality Control Analysis on IP and A/V Systems
• Network Engineer technical experience in installing, operating, and maintaining
• Strong computer background and knowledge of various types of software and hardware such as Cisco Systems, SolarWinds Network Monitoring Software, and Network Security Software
• High level of proficiency with Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux CLI Operating Systems

Pay range for this position is $50.00 to $60.00 hourly.

5+ years IT/network/A/V support experience; ability to obtain Secret clearance; travel over 75%; proficiency with Microsoft Office, Windows, Linux CLI; knowledge of satellite communications, VSAT, IP networks, and A/V equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• managing network traffic
• installing media equipment
• troubleshooting connectivity

Skills & Tools

Microsoft Office, Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux CLI, Cisco Systems, SolarWinds, CCTV, AES-256, VoIP, OSPF, IPSEC VPN

Job Details

• Category: Information Technology
• Seniority: Senior Level
• Commitment: Part Time
• Workplace: Remote — United States
• Salary: USD 104,000 – 124,800 / year
• Languages: English

About Goldbelt Frontier

A Goldbelt company providing health technology management operations and network engineering services. — Industry: Information Technology