Senior Network Engineer
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Job Location:
Bloomfield, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About LiquidPiston
LiquidPiston is a technology-driven engineering company developing advanced rotary engines based on a new thermodynamic cycle. Our team of 40 engineers and professionals are solving some of the most challenging problems in propulsion today.
Were seeking a skilled and motivated IT Manager / Network Systems Engineer to become a one-person IT department for our fast-paced and innovative team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an independent hands-on environment and enjoys both strategic IT planning and tactical daily support.
Key Responsibilities
At LiquidPiston we embrace challenges move fast and celebrate curiosity. Our team thrives on collaboration creativity and perseverance. We understand that innovation involves riskand were not afraid to fail as we move forward.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LiquidPiston Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status or disability.
All offers of employment at LiquidPiston are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
LiquidPiston is a technology-driven engineering company developing advanced rotary engines based on a new thermodynamic cycle. Our team of 40 engineers and professionals are solving some of the most challenging problems in propulsion today.
Were seeking a skilled and motivated IT Manager / Network Systems Engineer to become a one-person IT department for our fast-paced and innovative team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an independent hands-on environment and enjoys both strategic IT planning and tactical daily support.
Key Responsibilities
- Design implement and maintain robust IT infrastructure for a hybrid Windows and Linux environment
- Install configure and upgrade servers routers switches access points and critical software
- Support and troubleshoot desktop network and user issues across the organization
- Collaborate with executive leadership to identify procure and deploy IT assets and services
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards including NIST 800-171 and CMMC 2.0
- Implement and support security best practices data protection measures and backups
- Maintain and upgrade physical and virtual servers workstations and endpoint devices
- Setup and support Microsoft 365 Exchange Active Directory DNS SSO and file sharing
- Support licensing and network performance for engineering software (SolidWorks ANSYS MATLAB)
- BS in IT Computer Science or related field (MS preferred)
- 5 years of hands-on experience managing IT systems and infrastructure
- Strong experience with both Linux and Windows Server environments
- Proficiency with scripting and automation (e.g. Ansible)
- Deep understanding of network compartmentalization encryption and authentication standards
- Experience with NIST 800-171 / CMMC 2.0 implementation and compliance
- Expertise with Microsoft 365 Exchange Active Directory DNS and SSO
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage IT operations in a small-company setting
- Certifications such as CCNA or equivalent networking credentials
- Experience setting up and managing High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker Kubernetes) and DevOps practices
- Hands-on experience with MySQL and relational database management
- Python skills for scripting automation or data-related tasks (e.g. Pandas SciKitLearn SQLAlchemy)
- Exposure to Machine Learning / Data Science infrastructure
- Familiarity with N8N or similar workflow automation tools
- Flexible PTO:We value work-life balance and encourage time to rest and recharge.
- Health & Wellness:Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverageyou choose what works best for you.
- Equity Participation:Permanent employees receive RSUs (Restricted Stock Units).
- 401(k) Match:We offer a 401k w/100% matching up to 3% of your salary and then 50% of contributions between 3-5%
- Career Growth:Ongoing training mentorship and learning opportunities to accelerate your growth.
At LiquidPiston we embrace challenges move fast and celebrate curiosity. Our team thrives on collaboration creativity and perseverance. We understand that innovation involves riskand were not afraid to fail as we move forward.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LiquidPiston Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status or disability.
All offers of employment at LiquidPiston are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- EIGRP
- Load Balancing
- Routing Protocols
- Network Engineering
- BGP
- LAN
- Computer Networking
- IPsec
- OSPF
- Cisco ASA
- Juniper
- MPLS
About Company
We patented a new rotary engine that delivers up to 10X more power, 30% more efficient than traditional piston engines, and a perfect fit for hybrid-electric applications.
