UDR is seeking qualified candidates for a Fellow Software Engineer/ Network opportunity for our customer in Aiken, SC to support the Savannah River Site.

Fellow Software Engineer/ Network
Close Date:5/07/2024

Job Summary

Duties:
Design, implement, and secure computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. Optimize network performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams. Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, topologies, and procedures. Evaluate and select vendors for network equipment and services, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to network security and data privacy.

Responsibilities:
1. Designing Network Infrastructure: Develop and design scalable, secure, and reliable network architectures that meet the organization's current and future needs.
2. Network Planning and Strategy: Create strategic plans for network infrastructure development, including capacity planning, and network optimization. Plan for continual future network infrastructure upgrade cycles.
3. Implementation and Deployment: Oversee the implementation and deployment of network infrastructure, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
4. Security: Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect the network from cyber threats, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols.
5. Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize network performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
6. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, topologies, and procedures.
7. Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system administrators, cybersecurity experts, and so􀅌ware developers, to ensure seamless integra􀆟on of network infrastructure with other IT systems.
8. Vendor Management: Evaluate and select vendors for network equipment and services, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships.
9. Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to network security and data privacy.
10. Troubleshooting and Support: Provide expert-level support for network-related issues, troubleshooting problems, and implementing solutions in a timely manner.

Work Hours:
A 40-hour work week is scheduled. SRNS utilizes various work schedules; including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80s (9 hours/day, five days on week A and 4 days on week B). Work week excludes SRNS holidays. Each workday has a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Area Security Access:
Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance. An active
DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties. After award, the selected candidate, assumed to be uncleared, will be given the opportunity to apply for a DOE clearance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with multi-domain systems preferred.

15 years of experience in network engineering and administration, with progressively increasing responsibilities.

Experience with secure integration of industrial control system (ICS) networks with enterprise business networks and network architecture design are required.

Proficiency in networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Encryptions, VLANs, VPNs, routing and switching. Experience with network monitoring and management tools is also essential.

Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices, including firewall configuration, access control, encryption, and vulnerability management.

Ability to analyze complex network requirements and propose innovative solutions to meet business needs.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve network issues quickly and efficiently.

Experience managing network infrastructure projects from conception to completion, including resource planning, scheduling, and budget management.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with colleagues from diverse technical backgrounds.

Willingness to stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends in network architecture and security.

UDR Consulting, INC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned, Minority-Owned, Small Disadvantaged Business. An Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities. UDR also supports a drug-free work environment.

UDR offers highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

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