Cisco Engineer, CCNA
Andrews Air Force Base, MD

Job Description

The Cisco Engineer CCNA will serve as a key resource to provide on-site planning, network design and implementation, network installation/monitoring, network performance assessments, and participate in cross-functional teams to define technical solutions, as required. The Cisco Engineer CCNA will provide on-site support for USAF Cisco based network environment installed at the site on Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center (MGMCSC), Joint Base Andrews MD. The Cisco Engineer shall be experienced and familiar with VoIP/Unified Communications (UC) environments and networks based on a Cisco Unified Communications solution. The position will report to the AMERICAN SYSTEMS Program Manager (PM) leading the overall program or his designee.

Additional responsibilities include:

* Conduct frequent customer and team member contact and ensure project is meeting/exceeding repair/maintenance schedules and contract requirements;
* Assist with periodical internal "audits" or reviews or deficiency remediation efforts; and
* Work with management within and outside of the AMERICAN SYSTEMS Directorate to assist in the effort to establish quality control of deliverables and service provided.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the top 100 employee owned companies in the United States. Employer Ownership means, that at AMERICAN SYSTEMS, we treat each other with respect. Every member of our team has a vested interest and benefits from MISSION SUCCESS. We all have the same goals - particularly in service to our nation's War Fighters; providing, team-focused, mission-essential support in challenging environments. Being truly effective means pushing beyond basic requirements. We build skilled and committed teams of experts. We conduct our work with a sense of purpose; loyal to the mission, our clients, each other and to the long-term success of the company.

Job Requirements

Required:

* Possess a Technical Degree/Certificate or equivalent and minimum four (4) years of practical experience in troubleshooting complex network issues and conducting network architecture design.
* Possess a strong understanding of the Open System Interconnection (OSI) model with specific expertise in layers 1 through 3.
* Must possess CompTIA Security+ and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) -Security certifications.
* Highly motivated, self-starter, and team player with a high energy level and willingness to aggressively take on responsibility.
* Demonstrated ability to approach job responsibilities with a focus on process improvement.
* Strong computer knowledge including working knowledge of network architectures.
* Able to work and effectively communicate with all levels of management, including executive management.
* Sound technical experience in assessing telecommunications support requirements as well as conducting required administrative tasks required for the projects.
* Strong verbal and writing skills.
* Unconditional integrity and commitment to achieving goals.

Desired:

* Possession of, or ability to obtain, a minimum of a Secret Clearance.
* Any additional advanced Cisco certifications along the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) paths.
* Familiarity with multiple vendor VoIP/UC communications and networks highly desirable.

EOE M/F/Disability/Veterans