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Independent Software is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. We bring together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies, and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives.

Why Independent Software?

We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don’t do things because “that’s the way we’ve always done things”; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer’s mission.

We’ve been profitable year after year. We’re always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do and finding ways to do it better.

Top Reasons to Work at Independent Software:

Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to discounts with all our vendors.
You are not just a job title. That's why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It's not about being billable, it's about being valuable.
Whether you're working on-site or in our offices, your role at Independent Software is just as critical to our success as your coworker's.
We're constantly researching and implementing the latest technology, so you've always got the right tools at your disposal.
As we've grown, we've retained that small company feel. When we say we have an open-door policy, we actually mean it.
Independent Software is comprised of wonderfully generous folks. We believe in supporting the causes our employees care about. Bring us an opportunity to help and we'll listen.
Teamwork got us where we are today. Our collaborative environment allows you to maximize your true potential.
The work we do is exciting, critical stuff. No matter your role at Independent Software, you're helping us keep the nation safe and secure.
We have a history of great achievement, and, with each year, our company gets even bigger and better. As we grow, so does the opportunity for our employees.
We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Independent Software a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work.

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Company Sponsored Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Your retirement plan is an important benefit you shouldn’t overlook. We offer a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust that offers a powerful way to enhance your long-term financial well-being by investing in yourself. We offer immediate eligibility and company matching.
A generous Paid Time Off and Holiday package
Paid training! We encourage all employees to seek out training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars.
We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Independent Software. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

Network Engineer, Level 3 (FORECASTED)

Fort Meade, MD

Full Time

Network Engineering

Experienced

What You Will Do:

At Independent Software, resilient and high-performance networks are essential to mission success. As a Level 3 Network Engineer, you will oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of complex IT network systems spanning LAN, CAN, WAN, voice, and video infrastructures. You will translate operational requirements into technical solutions, perform engineering assessments to guide modernization, and deliver robust, scalable network architectures that support both current and evolving mission needs.

This role offers the opportunity to lead dynamic network initiatives, resolve critical performance issues, and influence mission-level architectures. If you excel in solving technical challenges and thrive in dynamic environments, this position places you at the forefront of network innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the network lifecycle from design through implementation, maintenance, and upgrades
Analyze network designs, specifications, and related documentation
Administer LAN, CAN, and WAN environments and schedule network cutovers
Coordinate with users and sites to resolve network-related incidents
Translate business needs into network and telecommunications requirements
Analyze telecommunications alternatives for modernization projects
Support end users and operations teams with network interface challenges
Optimize end-to-end network performance and data flow
Use performance monitoring tools and conduct data captures
Minimize latency and maximize throughput through architectural analysis
Provide input to organizational network and mission architecture design
Design, integrate, configure, deploy, and maintain network devices and interfaces
Implement network services: load balancing, VPNs, traffic shaping, VoIP, GRE, IPSec, MoIP, NAT
Maintain accurate network diagrams and support accreditation efforts
Oversee network equipment operations and provide team guidance
Integrate hardware and software to comply with ISO 9000 and government regulatory standards
Resolve complex issues using network analyzers, test equipment, and simulators
Design models for traditional circuit-switched networks
Lead large-scale installation projects and dynamic network efforts
Develop algorithms underpinning network and telecommunications technologies

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Expertise in advanced network engineering, including performance tuning and architecture planning
Strong analytical skills and hands-on experience with network sensing tools and traffic analysis
Proven ability to lead and mentor junior engineers through substantial technical programs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for drafting technical briefs and collaborating with stakeholders

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related field plus 10 years of relevant professional network engineering experience OR
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field plus 12 years of relevant experience
Substitution Options: 15 years of experience (in lieu of degree) for a Bachelor’s level or 20 years of experience (in lieu of degree) for a Master’s level

Certifications:

IAT Level III certification required
Strong Cisco credential required (one of the following): CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE

Clearance Requirement:

Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

**This position is contingent on contract award**

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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