Network Lead Job Listing at SAIC in Arlington, VA (Job ID 2610049)

Description

Description

SAIC is proud to support the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) under the newly awarded Information Security Services (ISS) contract, providing innovative solutions to strengthen and safeguard the nation's banking system. We are seeking passionate and talented professionals to join our team in delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity, IT operations, and risk management services. This exciting opportunity allows you to work alongside industry leaders, leveraging advanced technologies to support the FDIC's mission of maintaining public confidence in the financial system.

The Network Manager will oversee the organization's network infrastructure, ensuring high performance, reliability, and compliance with SLAs. This includes managing LAN/WAN connectivity, Aruba wireless networks, routers, switches, load balancers, network tools, and UPS systems. The role involves strategic planning, team leadership, adhering to ITIL processes, and ensuring seamless operations to meet organizational goals. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee and maintain network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, Aruba controllers and access points, Juniper SRX routers (550/650/380), Cisco 9300 switches, and Juniper EX4300-48P switches. 
• Manage and optimize SolarWinds, Cisco ISE, and Citrix Netscaler (MPX 9100Z) load balancers for monitoring, security, and traffic distribution. 
• Ensure consistent connectivity by overseeing out-of-band systems and maintaining UPS hardware. 
• Lead a team of network engineers, assigning tasks, mentoring, and ensuring adherence to ITIL processes (Incident, Change, and Problem Management). 
• Monitor the network environment, resolve issues proactively, and maintain high uptime to meet or exceed SLA requirements. 
• Prepare and update SLA documentation while ensuring compliance with industry standards and security policies. 
• Plan and implement network upgrades, expansions, and optimizations, leveraging new technologies to support business growth. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on critical infrastructure projects and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• This role demands a proactive, detail-oriented leader experienced in managing complex networks and leading high-performing teams to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable network solutions.

Qualifications

 Bachelor's and fourteen (14) years or more experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 

• Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or Aruba certifications (ACMP, ACCA) are highly recommended to showcase advanced technical expertise.
• The candidate should bring progressive experience in managing enterprise-level network infrastructure, including expertise in LAN/WAN connectivity, routing (Juniper SRX routers), switching (Cisco 9300 and Juniper EX4300-48P), Aruba wireless networks, and load balancers (Citrix Netscaler). 
• Significant hands-on experience with network tools like SolarWinds and Cisco ISE is essential, as is familiarity with ITIL processes for Incident, Change, and Problem Management. 
• Leadership experience managing and mentoring network engineering teams and a proven ability to maintain high network uptime and meet SLAs are critical for success in this role. 
• The candidate should also have strong strategic planning skills for network optimization and scalability while staying updated on emerging technologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, excellent organizational skills, proven ability to prioritize multiple activities and objectives to thrive in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to write effective technical documentation with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to write Standard Operating Procedures
• Ability to obtain and maintain an FDIC Public Trust