Senior Network Engineer
$110,290–$148,891 year
On-sitePearl Harbor, Hawaii, United States
Job Summary
Architect and support cutting-edge IT solutions empowering over 5,000 users across the Pacific theater, serving as a Subject Matter Expert for network/transport initiatives. Conduct network systems analysis, configure Layer-2/Layer-3 devices, and implement approved changes on production enterprise and data center networks. Design, develop, and implement NSA-approved Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) capability packages and Taclane encryption methods. Provide Tier-3 support for network-related issues, troubleshoot protocol problems, and act as a point of incident escalation. Develop and standardize network configurations while performing discovery and assessment of network architecture components. Coordinate internal and external resources for secure transport engineering initiatives and manage required circuit actions with providers like DISA. Uphold the integrity of network devices according to DoD Secure Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs) and complete activity reports in accordance with contract requirements. Support 24/7 operations including exercises when necessary.
Required Qualifications
- An Active in-scope TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility
- Bachelors degree in IT, Networking, or similar
- 8+ years of experience in enterprise IT network engineering and operations involving complex classified DoD environments and mandatory security controls (e.g., STIGs)
- 5+ years implementation and support to Layer-3 networking
- Extensive experience with Cisco's routing and switching portfolio
- Prior experience in implementing and supporting DoD secure network environments (firewalls, encryption/SSL, network separation, VLANs, tunnels, TACLANES etc.)
- 3+ years firewall experience and highly familiar with firewall implementation, routing, protocol analysis and troubleshooting
- DoD 8570 IAT-II compliant (Security+ CE, CCNA, CND, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise or Security certification
- Team-player, attention to detail, and able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Excellent planning and time-management skills
- Prior experience with NSA CSfC requirements including Multi-Site Connectivity Capability Package (MSCCP) and Mobile Access Capability Package (MACP)
- Prior experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and/or DISA Trusted Network Environment (TNE)
- Customer-service oriented with a willingness to participate and assist
- Able to support 24/7 operations (including support to exercises), when necessary
- Able to follow instructions and work both independently and in a (distributed) team environment
- Must be able to work both independently and in a (distributed) team environment
Desired Qualifications
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification or higher
- Additional IT certifications in relevant technology platform (e.g., Cisco, Citrix, Dell, HPE/Aruba, ITIL, Juniper, Microsoft, Nutanix, Palo Alto, VMware)
- Prior experience with Palo Alto Network Security Platform and/or Cisco Secure portfolio
- Prior experience with Forcepoint, Brocade, and/or Juniper technologies
- Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)
- Familiarity with VDI/Virtual Environments and solutions (VMware Horizon, Citrix VDI)
- Familiarity with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI), Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) and C2 applications
- Experience in ITIL framework and best practices (e.g., Change Management, Configuration Management, Capacity Planning)
- Prior Help Desk/software experience (e.g., Jira, Remedy, ServiceNow)
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