Defense Red Switch Engineer

Peraton is seeking a Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will support our DHS customer at airports across the U.S. You'll be responsible for providing advanced technical advice and guidance on installation, adaptation, configuration or enhancement of company technical products and programs. If you are a skilled DRSN Engineer looking to contribute to critical missions and work with a passionate team, we encourage you to apply. Be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in national security and public safety.
 

The position requires on-site work in Herndon, VA.

Day to Day Work Responsibilities:

• Provide Tier I and Tier II support for inter-agency Federal Government partners. 
• Performs Tier III problem resolution, walks the user through a series of steps to determine problem and classify level, priority and nature of the problems and systems.
• Possesses a wide range of in-depth skills and knowledge in computer hardware and software as well as networking systems in use at customer sites.
• Provide AV support including VTC, video walls, utilizing Activu AV systems and integrated Creston / Extron solutions.
• Provides expertise for the resolution of technical problems, troubleshoots products and modifies products to customer requirements.
• Provides expert and second tier technical support for the installation and repair of complex systems and outages.
• Reviews system and configurations to ensure successful implementation of services into production.
• Maintains system stability through advanced analytical techniques, timely resolution of incidents, and proactive maintenance to provide the maximum availability and optimal Mean Time to Repair.
• Partners with developers and engineers to reduce reoccurring incidents.
• Provides consultative assistance during off hours as needed.
• Assist in developing continuous process improvement for support tools, troubleshooting techniques. Collaborate and assist R&D in the testing and optimization of product support techniques and tools.
• Communicate to appropriate internal personnel of issues at a particular account.
• Determine the effectiveness of known solutions for the reported problem and apply these solutions as required.
• Determine severity and complexity of a reported issue and if necessary, escalate to the appropriate specialist.
• Determine the troubleshooting work-flow and organize support priorities.
• Determine severity and complexity of a reported issue and escalate to the appropriate specialist.
• Provides training to customers.

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Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years’ experience or Master's degree and 6 years’ experience or or Associate’s degree and 10 years’ experience or a High School diploma/equivalent and 12 years' experience. 
• U.S. Citizenship required; Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a DHS Entrance on Duty (EOD) clearance.
• Recent or prior experience as a Defense Red Switch Engineer.
• Experience with Defense Red Switch Network and Cryptographic Equipment.
• Experience with desk-side IT support and the ability to communicate in a professional manner with senior executive government staff.
• Experience supporting variety of IT technologies (Laptops, Mobile devices, etc.).
• Ability to install Cisco switches and complex fiber backbone interconnectivity.
• Knowledge and experience connecting/patching/repairing Cat6 & fiber infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant DHS focused experience.
• Security+ Certification
• A+ Certification.
• Network+ Certification.
• Cisco & Microsoft Certifications.
• ITIL4 Certification.
• Audio Visual experience.
• Experience running and/or managing projects.
• Self-motivated and proactive – able to work independently with minimal supervision, identify opportunities and develop new ideas.
• Knowledge and experience connecting/patching/repairing Cat6 & fiber infrastructure.
• Experience working in a professional security environment balancing multiple tasks and prioritizing as required.
• Team Player – Ability to contribute to a much larger team ensuring Mission Critical Facilities issues and customer requests are met in a timely fashion.
• Able to plan and prioritize team workload to ensure objectives are achieved on time.