Job Description
About the position Join a mission-critical program supporting national security as a Network Engineer. We are seeking an experienced and driven network professional to support a large-scale, fast-paced operational program. This role encompasses enterprise network support, systems integration, technical documentation, and the deployment of advanced capabilities. As a Network Engineer, you will collaborate with a high-performing agile team to design, implement, and maintain secure, resilient network infrastructure that supports ongoing mission operations and the introduction of new technologies. Responsibilities • Provide enterprise network support, working closely with IT service provider teams to ensure customer requirements are met by the evolving LAN/WAN architecture. • Participate in the creation and ongoing maintenance of network documentation to assist with incident resolution. • Execute vulnerability assurance and information security scanning for equipment suites in accordance with System Security Plans. • Rapidly and accurately identify and remediate IAVAs (Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts). • Propose, design, test, and install new capabilities in the network environment. • Oversee the development and maintenance of technical data such as rack elevations, installation instructions, and as-built designs. • Respond to operational issues while off duty, on an on-call basis. • Some travel required. Requirements • At least 5 years of in-depth experience with hardware/software from Cisco Systems. • At least 5 years of in-depth experience with hardware/software from Palo Alto Systems. • Experience providing analysis, root cause diagnosis, and troubleshooting for routers, switches, and firewalls. • In-depth understanding of IP subnetting, VLANs, and OSI layers. • Experience with various networking vendor products (routers, switches, firewalls, etc.). • Solid understanding of different physical mediums (copper, multimode/single mode fiber, physical connector types such as TS, CS, CL, 54JR, 11JR, etc.). • Ability to respond to operational issues while off duty, on an on-call basis. • Some travel required. Nice-to-haves • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and at least 8 years of related work experience. • Experience with KG-175 and/or KG-250/KG-255 configuration and deployment. • Experience with VINE/GEM One. • Experience with SolarWinds or similar network monitoring applications. • Experience with VMWare 7 or higher usage and network configuration. • Experience with technologies such as Cisco (Nexus/Catalyst/ASA/ISR/XE/ASA/Firepower, ISE), McAfee Sidewinder, Palo Alto, Juniper, F5, IPSEC, NAT, SCP, TFTP, BGP, vPC. • Experience with Cisco Call Manager server configuration and troubleshooting, Cisco Meeting Server, Jabber, Unity Voicemail, and managing/upgrading Cisco Unified Communications and Collaboration infrastructure (On Premise). • Experience with OLT/PON. • Experience with TCP MTU/MSS adjustments. • Understanding of security using technologies such as reverse proxies, cross domain solutions, and load balancers. Benefits • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. • 401(k) with company match. • Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays. • Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement. • Flexible work schedules and remote work options. • Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts. Apply tot his job