Motorola Solutions · 4 days ago
Federal Network Engineer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
6+ years expMotorola Solutions is a global community focused on enhancing public safety through advanced communication technologies. The Federal Network Engineer will support a Federal Government Agency in deploying specialized ASTRO systems, ensuring the design of secure and mission-critical IP networks, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
Cyber SecurityTelecommunicationsVideo
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and define technical network architecture designs for ASTRO 25 and adjacent technologies backhaul networks
Develop strategies for and execute complex system migrations, expansions, and integrations
Provide technical leadership for the engineering community in network design best practices
Consult with Pre-Sale and Post-Sale Design teams to establish strategy, direction, and implementation plans
Conduct network topology assessments and troubleshooting
Create and document detailed network drawings
Provide on-site and remote troubleshooting for program systems, assisting technical and engineering resources with system maintenance
Continually evaluate and work with third-party vendor equipment/contractors to ensure requirements are met
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. citizen with ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract(s)
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position
Minimum of 10 years of experience in Land Mobile Radio (LMR)
Demonstrated experience developing and executing infrastructure upgrades
Extensive technical knowledge of deployed ASTRO and WAVE technologies, including: Advanced networking and cyber security principles, Active Directory administration, ASTRO applications (UNC, PM, UEM), ESXi, RHEL, Host Based Security platforms and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), WAVE technology
Demonstrated proficiency in developing, deploying, and troubleshooting IP networks
Experience with firewalls and security-related appliances
Solid ability to administer and troubleshoot in an IT-type environment
Required to lift equipment of approximately 50 lbs
Demonstrated ability to balance multiple concurrent responsibilities of varying priorities
Strong self-management, organization skills, and a high attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to produce high-quality, clear, and professional documentation
Applicants must be proficient with Microsoft Office products and G-Suite applications
10+ years in IT, Networking, Field Engineering, Technical Field Service, System Technician/Specialist, Radio Frequency, or Land Mobile Radio
2+ years of hands-on experience with Motorola ASTRO technology, including Zone Core, ASTRO Networking, CSS, CPS, Microsoft Active Directory, host-based security suite, AXS/MCC7500 dispatch, and VOIP Logging
Experience with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, ISIS) and MPLS design/deployments
Experience with LAN switching protocols, such as G8032 ring protection
Experience with manufacturer hardware: Juniper, Nokia, HP, Fortinet
Knowledge of different media types (Metro Ethernet, Frame-Relay, Ethernet, SONET) and physical layer components (fiber, copper, microwave)
Good understanding of effective network design methodologies and experience troubleshooting and assessing live networks
Experience with use of command line and/or GUI interfaces to provision equipment
Experience in scripting/programming is a plus
Experience with Motorola ASTRO 25 architecture is a plus
Experience with Network Management Applications (Solarwinds, JUNO-Space, Nokia SAM/NFM-P, Provision) is a plus
RF Theory and Operations knowledge
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology (IT) or Engineering
Preferred
Juniper Network Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA), Nokia Routing Specialist I (NRS I), or equivalent
CompTIA Network+, MCSE, and/or CISSP
Juniper Security or Routing
ESXi and RHEL
Motorola Solutions ASTRO Infrastructure
Experience with Microsoft Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google applications
Benefits
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
And more!
Company
Motorola Solutions
Motorola Solutions creates mission-critical communication solutions and services for public safety and commercial customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1BKey Investors
Silver Lake
2023-01-06Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2011-01-04IPO
Leadership Team
Mahesh Saptharishi
Executive Vice President and CTO
Jack Molloy
EVP and Chief Operating Officer
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