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AGE Solutions is preparing for a significant contract supporting the Joint Service Provider (JSP) Enterprise Transport Management (ETM) program. This role group covers real-time network monitoring, troubleshooting, and automation in a high-stakes classified environment. We're seeking agile professionals who can respond rapidly and lead technically across DoD network and telecom environments.

Who We're Looking For:

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• Senior Network Engineers, NetOps Leads, Voice Engineers, Network Admins
  
• Incumbents encouraged to apply
  

Clearance: TS/SCI
Certifications: CISSP, CASP, CCIE, RCDD
Experience: 8 to 25 years; Cisco, Avaya/Nortel, Splunk, Ansible, ServiceNow

This position is part of a pipeline for a future opportunity supporting the JSP ETM program. Employment is contingent upon contract award and government customer approval. AGE Solutions is actively engaging talent ahead of award and encourages both current incumbents and new candidates to express interest.

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We provide exceptional customized service with an emphasis on reliability and outstanding customer support and our customers include over 85 of the Fortune 100. Granite has over $1.85 Billion in revenue with more than 2,100 employees and is headquartered in Quincy, MA. Our mission is to be the leading telecommunications company wherever we offer services as well as provide an environment where the value of each individual is recognized and where each person has the opportunity to further their growth and achieve success.

Granite has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the "Healthiest Companies" in Massachusetts for the past 15 consecutive years.

Our offices have onsite fully equipped state of the art gyms for employees at zero cost.

Granite's philanthropy is unparalleled with over $300 million in donations to organizations such as Dana Farber Cancer Institute, The ALS Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association to name a few.

We have been consistently rated a "Fastest Growing Company" by Inc. Magazine.

Granite was named to Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Granite was recently named One of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity.

Our company's insurance package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, 401K retirement with company match, childcare benefits, tuition assistance, and more.

If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to grow your career with a fast paced and progressive company, Granite has countless opportunities for you.

EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled

General Summary of Position:

Granite has an immediate need for associates in the Managed Services department to work on configurations and activations of our managed services products. We are looking for representatives, preferably with experience in network routing and switching or relevant technical background willing to learn and excel in the field. This individual will be responsible for contributing to the technical implementation of our SDWAN and Security products at customer locations, from strategic planning and order configurations through to turning up and troubleshooting network devices. This position offers talented technical individuals the opportunity to work with some of the leading Security and SDWAN products on the market and fine tune their skills in a specialized expertise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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• Work with internal resources to implement Managed Services solutions in the field
  
• Create configuration modifications alongside engineering to support project scale and execution
  
• Reconfigure devices as needed in troubleshooting environment
  
• Act as first level of troubleshooting during initial site turn up
  
• Develop and promote subject matter expertise and platform proficiency
  
• Work directly with customers on calls to facilitate network deployment
  
• Provide Day 1 Support for SDWAN and Security products at customer locations
  

Required Qualifications:

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• Entry level experience with network security and SDWAN products and concepts; Fortinet, Juniper, etc
  
• Understanding of Networking, TCP/IP, Routing, Switching, SD-WAN
  
• Experience in customer facing technical support roles
  
• Ability to work independently and make judgement calls to resolve issues
  
• Strong organizational skills, goal-oriented
  
• Excellent multitasking ability
  
• Demonstrative critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills
  
• Availability to work overtime if required
  
• Solid work ethic
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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• CCNA/CCNP certification or equivalent
  
• Fortinet NSE certification or equivalent
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Network Design, Network Security or related field
  
• Experience with coding and automation platforms such as Python, Javascript or similar
  
• P2 Clearance / Government Agency Clearance
  

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AGE Solutions is looking for a Junior Network Engineer - PPSM / Boundary Protection to join our team in support of a cybersecurity risk management and assessment program with our DoD customer. In this role, you will support the PPSM Program through the assurance that all Enterprise IS Ports, Protocols, and Services (PPS) are registered in the PPSM central registry (PPSM-Unclassified (PPSM-U) and PPSM-Classified (PPSM-C)); are categorized and updated on the PPSM Category Assurance List; non-standard requests are not deployed prior to approval from the Authorizing Official (AO); and assist the Government to develop, revise, implement, and enforce PPSM policies. PPSM support includes all DISA owned and supported ISs and DISA authorized Cloud Service Offerings.

Individuals in this role must be available to work on-site at Ft. Meade, MD full time.

Responsibilities Include:

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• Ensure all systems are registered in PPSM and eMASS, processing DD2875 requests within four days and auditing access annually.
  
• Develop and update the DISA PPS Registry SOP/Guide semi-annually.
  
• Process and track PPSM change, exception, and modification requests, ensuring compliance.
  
• Provide PPPS and DMZ Whitelist Status Reports for system authorization efforts.
  
• Generate weekly data reports from DISA DMZ Whitelist and PPS Registries (NIPR & SIPR), coordinating corrections.
  
• Support DoD PPSM CCB/TAG meetings, providing feedback and voting recommendations within three days.
  
• Maintain PPSM Registries, ensuring alignment with eMASS and tracking compliance metrics.
  
• Review and resolve PPSM registration discrepancies per DoDI 8551.01, assisting stakeholders.
  
• Monitor and support DISA PPSM TAG Representatives with CLSA, exception requests, and emergency changes.
  
• Submit NSU packages for inclusion in the Category Assurance List (CAL).
  
• Validate DISA ISs in the PPSM Registry, ensuring updates in PPSM-U and PPSM-C for environmental changes.
  
• Verify PPSM Registry and eMASS IDs for accuracy.
  
• Provide PPSM compliance metrics, including registrations and discrepancies.
  
• Establish PPSM training on DMZ Whitelist and PPSM request processes.
  
• Conduct customer meetings and support DISA initiatives to ensure security compliance.
  
• Maintain PPSM registrations for new CSOs, updating as needed.
  
• Manage DISA DMZ Whitelist Registries, ensuring accurate eMASS correlation.
  
• Validate DISA DoD DMZ Whitelist submissions within two business days, ensuring compliance.
  
• Process emergency DMZ Whitelist requests within two hours with leadership approval.
  
• Review DISA ISs in the DMZ Whitelist Registry, updating for decommissions/modifications.
  
• Provide DMZ Whitelist metrics on entries, types, and system associations.
  
• Conduct annual DMZ Whitelist reviews, ensuring accuracy and reporting concerns.
  

Requirements:

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• Education:
  
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  • Bachelor's degree (IT-related field preferred)
    
  
  
  
• Experience:
  
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  • Three (3) years of overall experience in a network engineering position
    
  
  
  
• Clearance:
  
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  • Have an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
    
  
  
  
• Certifications:
  
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  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
    
  
  
  
• Skills and Knowledge:
  
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  • Understanding of the PPSM Registry management, eMASS, and DISA DMZ Whitelist processes
    
  • Understanding of 8551.01, DISA security policies, and compliance monitoring
    
  • Proficiency with network architectures, LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, routing, and switching
    
  • Proficiency with network security, ports/protocols, firewalls, and boundary protection
    
  • Understanding of 8551.01, DISA security policies, and compliance monitoring
    
  • Strong written and verbal communication for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement
    
  
  
  
• Location:
  
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  • This role is fully onsite in Ft. Meade, MD.
    
  
  
  

Compensation: $65,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

About the Company

We’re seeking a proactive, resourceful System and Network Administrator to oversee and manage all infrastructure in support of our Department of Transportation’s transformation initiatives. This is a unique, highly autonomous role in a single-person support environment, you will own day-to-day operations, working closely with civil engineers and Enterprise IT partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage systems and IP-based field infrastructure, including switches, routers, network devices, and wireless technologies
• Ensure security controls, firewalls, and vulnerability management practices are coordinated and maintained with Enterprise IT
• Provide support and technical guidance for field equipment, applications, and networking components
• Oversee traffic signal controllers, CCTV/IP cameras, and other field-deployed technologies
• Deploy and maintain Linux, Windows OS, and VMware systems
• Test, deploy, and maintain ruggedized network switches, routers, servers, diagnostic systems, and cellular modems
• Maintain strong relationships with consultants and vendors
• Support ITS operations, including piloting emerging technologies and providing limited on-call support

Required Skills

• Experienced in core IP networking principles, wireless systems, and hands-on network/device management
• Thrives in an independent, self-directed environment, previous networking experience is a must have.
• Proactive and motivated to pursue additional training/learning as needed (training support available)
• Confident in collaborating with civil engineers (limited technical support) and Enterprise IT (broader infrastructure)

Pay range and compensation package

The hourly pay range for this position is $45 to $50 on a W2 basis. As a contract/temporary professional, you are eligible for medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance coverage. You may also enroll in our company's 401(k) plan. For additional details on benefits, please visit .

• Execution of Real Estate projects from IT perspective - collaboration with Network, Security, site support, UCs and network vendors and work with BU for project delivery
• Basic understanding of Network, Firewalls, Site Support activities to support Real Estate project manager to execute IT deliverables

The Network Trainer is responsible for executing all training and development programs throughout the network, including development and facilitation of Dunkin' Donuts and/or Dunkin' Donuts/Baskin-Robbins combo restaurants systems and new product roll-outs, food safety, and any programs specific to the Franchisee network. They maintain communication with the Franchisee and the Franchisee's Leadership Team to ensure Managers and Crew are executing standards and procedures in the restaurants. Partner with the Franchisee Leadership Team to identify and develop internal candidates and succession planning.

Responsibilities Include:

Responsible for the execution of training activities within the network

Conduct New Hire Orientation for restaurant employees

Schedule and facilitate classroom based learning for the network

Partner with Franchisee Leadership Team with succession planning

Create and maintain a people first culture in the restaurant

Monitor, follow up and report training progress

Conduct on the job training and retraining

Ensure a safe, secure, and healthy work environment for safety, food safety, and sanitations guidelines; comply with all applicable laws

Ensure Brand standards, recipes and systems are executed

Prepare, complete and follow up on action plans for implementing production, productivity, quality and guest service standards and identify systems to drive performance

Conduct restaurant assessments

Identify and support systems to control costs

Ensure tools and systems are in place to roll out new products, systems and processes

Support sales goals by tracking results, identifying gaps and recommending solutions

Associate's degree in related field or equivalent in education and experience

Fluent in English

Microsoft Office proficiency

Facilitation and presentation skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Understands and exceeds guest expectations, needs and requirements

Develops and maintains guest relationships

Displays a sense of urgency with guests

Seeks ways to improve guest satisfaction; asks questions, commits to follow-through

Resolves guest concerns by following Brand recommended guest recovery process

Sets and maintains high standards for self and others, acts as a role model

Consistently meets or exceeds goals

Contributes to the overall team performance; understands how his/her role relates to others

Sets, prioritizes and maintains focus on important activities

Reads and interprets reports to establish goals and deliver results

Seeks ideas and best practices from other individuals, teams, and networks and applies this knowledge to achieve results

Identifies and resolves issues and problems

Uses information at hand to make decisions and solve problems; includes others when necessary

Identifies root cause of a problem and implements a solution to prevent from recurring

Empowers others to make decisions and resolve issues

Develops and maintains relationships with team

Operates with integrity; demonstrates honesty, treats others with respect, keeps commitments

Encourages collaboration and teamwork

Leads others; negotiates and takes effective action

Identifies and communicates team goals

Monitors progress, measures results and holds others accountable

Creates strong morale and engagement within the team

Accepts responsibilities for personal and team commitments

Recognizes and rewards employee's strengths, accomplishments and development

Listens to others, seeks mutual understanding and welcomes sharing of information, ideas and resources

• Lead program management efforts, coordinating between cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Manage project schedules, identifying risks, and developing mitigation strategies to ensure on-time delivery.
• Facilitate communication across internal teams and stakeholders to align project objectives and expectations.
• Drive continuous process improvements and best practices in program and product management.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of networking products, ensuring they meet customer needs and business goals.

• Strong project management knowledge and skills
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals
• Proven ability to navigate project ambiguities and deliver results

• Experience in data center operations, DWDM/Backbone networking, and a basic understanding of data analysis, software, or AI is preferred but not mandatory.