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Network Engineer – Telephone

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to be considered.

Join our team as a Network Engineer focusing on Telephone systems, where you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the Department of State’s Telephone shop network infrastructure. This position requires expertise in maintaining enterprise voice networks, ensuring the availability of mission-critical resources, and optimizing network performance. As a Network Engineer, you’ll design, install, troubleshoot, and document system and network hardware, with a focus on Avaya and Cisco technologies.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Estimated Starting Salary Range for Network Engineer – Telephone: Pay commensurate with experience.
• Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.
• Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Network Engineer – Telephone Responsibilities Include:

• Plan and execute the installation of new Local Area Networks (LANs) and complex modifications or extensions to existing ones.
• Recommend installation of new or modified data bandwidth circuits, routers, switches, and other hardware.
• Prepare equipment specification, layouts, cost estimates, user training and system documentation
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and document network hardware including WAN routers, LAN routers, hubs, switches, and modems.
• Analyze network performance data to recommend configuration changes for optimal efficiency of installed technology.
• Utilize software and hardware tools to diagnose network issues, such as but not limited to PRTG, LAN analyzer, signal generator, data line test set, and power line monitor
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Network Engineer – Telephone Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years’ experience or 8 years job-related experience in lieu of education.
• Cisco CCNA, CCNA Security, CCNP certification.
• Substantial knowledge in current Cisco applications and tools.
• Working knowledge of Avaya VOIP Programming.
• Experience supporting voice RRI, SIP trunks, ACD, and POTS.
• Experience administering Avaya / Nortel switches.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a US Citizen and possess an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Solution Link (CNSL) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSL, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles: Network Engineer, Telecommunications Engineer, Cisco Network Engineer, Voice Network Engineer, Avaya Engineer

Keywords: Network, Telephone, Avaya, Cisco, VOIP, LAN, WAN, SIP Trunks, CCNA, CCNP, Secret Clearance

Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.