Computer Network Engineer

Primary Location: Rosslyn, VA or Springfield, VA

Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Ability to work remotely: No

Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG) is seeking an Engineer to support and collaborate with the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) evaluates new technologies and possible security vulnerabilities associated with them.

Specific Responsibilities

• Evaluates new technologies and possible security vulnerabilities associated with them.
• Assist in the planning of policies and guidelines involving state-of-the-art equipment and their possible implementation in State Department resources.
• Responsible for testing the vulnerabilities associated with the software applications and hardware for networks.
• Works with a laboratory focused local area network.
• Designs and deploys network and video infrastructure cabling.
• Must be able to analyze computer and network architectures to optimize network performance, security, and laboratory testing functionality.
• Must have excellent oral and writing communication skills in order to document for senior Department of State managers the testing procedures, results, and recommendations for implementing tested technologies securely.
• Must be able to troubleshoot a variety of hardware and software issues in a timely manner while under tight time and resource constraints.
• Must be able to research, test, review, and report on emergent technologies.