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Network Engineer - Expert (Government)

Reston, Virginia

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AT&T Government Solutions

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What you can do in Government Solutions

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Government Support at AT&T

See how AT&T is connecting the United States government.

Job Description:

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government.   We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

Our National Security Team supports the intelligence community, providing, operating and assuring critical voice, video and collaboration services for the full spectrum of operations.

AT&T has an opening for a network engineer to support the project engineering functional area in providing network engineering expertise.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Managing end user accounts, permissions, access rights, and storage allocations in accordance with best practices. 
  • Installing and managing cloud-based applications in AWS, Azure, or GCP. 
  • Performing software and hardware upgrades, patches and reconfigs. 
  • Managing the physical environment of server racks including cable management, documenting, labeling, and configuration of KVM switching for console and remote access. 
  • Installing and upgrading computer components and software, managing virtual servers, and integrate automation processes. 
  • Troubleshooting hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing impact of issues. 
  • Performing regular backup operations and implementing appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures. 
  • Monitoring the system daily and responding immediately to performance, security or usability concerns. 
  • Communicating issues and resolutions to all levels of an organization.

Required Clearance

TS/SCI with poly (#tssci) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

  • Ability to work independently with guidance only in the most complex situations
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience. 
  • Demonstrated experience with Kubernetes and containerization. 
  • Demonstrated experience responding and resolving help desk and JIRA requests. 
  • BA/BS and 8 years of experiences, or a combination of education and work experience equivalent to 12 years

Desired Certifications

  • System administration and IT certifications in Linux, Microsoft, or other network related fields 
  • Demonstrated experience with Virtual Private Network (VPN) technologies like OpenVPN, Wireguard, and IPSec.
  • Demonstrated experience in system administration.  
  • Demonstrated experience with virtualization, VMWare, or equivalent. 
  • Demonstrated experience with scripting (Bash, Python, Powershell) and automation tools.

Our Network Engineer's earn between $89,200 - $197,460. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Reston, Virginia

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.



Job ID R-39475 Date posted 09/24/2024
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Benefits

Invested in your satisfaction and continued success.

We take care of our own here (hint: that could be you). Our benefits and rewards mean we cover some of your biggest needs with some of the coolest offerings. We already think we’re a pretty great place to work. We’re just trying to rack up some bonus points.

Let’s start with the big one: Your work gets rewarded with competitive compensation and benefits. It really does pay to be on our team.

Compensation

When it comes to priorities, we know family tops the list. For the moments that matter the most, you'll be there for them, and we'll be here for you.

Family Leave

Paid Time Off

Our people have class. Literally. We can help you out on approved education costs with our tuition assistance plan.

Tuition
Assistance

Here’s another reason to breathe easy: You and your family get access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance options.

Insurance Options

Wanna make your friends really jealous? You’ll get discounted access to the latest and greatest AT&T products and services — plus other awesome items, like tickets to live events.

Discounts

You strike us as an over-achiever (don’t worry, it’s a compliment). Our training and development programs are your ticket to expert status in your job.

Training & Development

When the day comes that you get some much needed R&R (not that you’d ever want to leave #LifeAtATT) you’ll know your future is set with the AT&T Retirement Savings Plan (ARSP).

Savings

Give back to your community and connect with colleagues through social and team-building events, and annual paid time off for volunteer efforts of your choice.

Community & Team Events

Wellness resources and incentives to help you prioritize your health and wellbeing and be your best self inside and outside of work.

Total Wellbeing

The Hiring Process

Step 1

Complete a quick application online and check your status often.

Step 2

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Interviews

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Step 3

Conditional
Job Offer

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Step 4

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Our training and certification programs set you up for success.

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