Network Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

Essential Functions

• Expert in installation, configuration, and customization of BMC Remedy and Helix platforms, including, but not limited to ITSM and CMDB, running in a containerized infrastructure. • Network Systems Engineers and Architects design, integrate, and operate secure, military communications networks over multiple domains. They deliver detailed network schematics, hardware selections, and software configurations that meet performance requirements.
• Network Systems Engineers and Architects maintain an advanced technical understanding of TCP/IP networks and current products and networking technologies like routers, switches, and firewalls.
• They employ necessary tools and procedures to meet cyber-security requirements for sensitive/classified communications systems.
• They understand Agile development processes and associated tools. • They understand and can implement solutions within a specific requirement space and budget.
• Our engineers operate as part of an integrated product team to configure, troubleshoot various networking devices, and network problems.
• Competencies should include various devices that use the network, including computers / servers that run operating systems like Windows and Linux, Hypervisors like VMware, and container ecosystems.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 6 years of experience; or 4 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree; minimum 10 years of relevant experience/education can be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.
• Clearance: Candidate must currently have, and/or be able to maintain an active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance Preferred Qualifications
• DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CISSP, or equivalent.
• Professional certification specific to the networking industry such as CCNA or equivalent.
• Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection.
• Experience with IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
• Experience with network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE) • Strong understanding of features like GRE, IPSEC, DMVPN, GetVPN, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast.
• Strong understanding network security features like IP access-lists, stateful protocol inspections, and Next-Gen firewalls.
• Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS
• Ability to communicate well, including proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio
• Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISE.
• Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs.
• Familiar with Windows, Linux, VMWare, Rancher, Kubernetes and container configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures.
• Experience with tactical/military radio networks, like Common Data Link (CDL) and ANW2.
• Experience with (MIL) SATCOM equipment and services.
• Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC
• Ability to operate as part of an engineering team, including knowledge of related disciplines.
• Ability to interact with senior customer organizations and personnel.
• Ability to operate with considerable independence, and to self-identify/pursue long-term interests.