Senior Network Engineer TS/SCI Required San Antonio TX onsite
Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with a deep understanding of large system architecture to support mission-critical operations. This position requires a technical expert with a proven background in operating system (OS) Cisco devices (Router Firewall Switch) Commercial Automation Software (CAS) and Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) product lifecycles. The ideal candidate will be experienced in secure communications large-scale infrastructure planning and Department of Defense (DoD) environments and Air Force integration lab environments. Responsibilities - Configure and Install various network devices and services ( Routers Switches IP addresses VLANs routing protocols MPLS VPN QOS)
- Proven experience in a network administrator roles
- Excellent knowledge and troubleshooting skills on SD WAN LAN segmentation Cisco Switches Cisco Wireless Access Points Cisco Wireless Controllers Cisco Routers and Riverbed Bandwidth Optimizers
- Maintain design of LAN/WAN including protocols and routing
- Proven hands-on experience in networking routing and switching
- Solid understanding of network operating systems (Cisco IOS)
- Sharp troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently
- Deep understanding of Networking protocols ( IPSEC HSRP BGP OSPF)
- Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP Model
- Hands-on experience with Monitoring network diagnostic and network analytics tools
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Stay up to date with the latest networking technologies and best practices
- Monitoring all active network equipment ensuring seamless operations system availability and reliability
- Responsibilities for a Network Engineer include but are not limited to: configuration and management of Cisco switches and routers firewalls and support to system administration team in deployment at new sites
- Design build test and troubleshoot a complex network
- Troubleshooting and resolving network issues implementing security measures and proactively optimizing network performance
- Performing network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs patches hot fixes and security configurations
- Configure and Install various network devices and services ( Routers Switches IP addresses VLANs routing protocols MPLS VPN QOS)
- Monitor system resource utilization trending and capacity planning
- Engineer Level support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.( This includes diagnosing network problems analyzing network logs and implementing solutions and resolve network issues)
- Work within established configuration and change Management policies
- Assist in network design and implementation
- Troubleshoot issues with Network Deployment
- Identify potential failures and recommend solutions
- Liaise with Vendors and other IT personnel for Problem resolution
- Update knowledge base with known errors
Basic Qualifications - Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or a related field.
- 10 years of relevant experience in network engineering and large system architecture.
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- In-depth understanding of:
- Operating Systems (e.g. Linux Windows Server)
- CAS tools and integration
- COTS product evaluation implementation and lifecycle management
- ServiceNow
- DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification such as:
- Security CE
- CCNA CCNA-Security CCNP preferred
Preferred Qualifications - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in high-pressure environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies cloud platforms and software-defined networking (SDN).
- Experience working with government agencies or in classified environments.
Benefits Medical Dental Vision (company paid for employee and dependents) Paid Time Off Sick Leave Paid Federal Holidays Education and Certification Reimbursement Program 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor employer match after 3 months Prepaid legal plan and ID protection plan available Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance available.
EEOC Statement IPSecure is an Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
| Required Experience:
Senior IC