Senior Network Engineer
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About the Company
Athena Technology Group Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting system engineering integration deployment and operation of state of the art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers we are looking for innovative industry professionals to join our team.
ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability
Job Summary
Athena Technology Group (ATG) is seeking a motivated career-oriented and customer-focused Senior Network Engineer to support enterprise network operations in Doral Florida. The selected candidate will be responsible for planning designing implementing securing and maintaining classified enterprise network infrastructure supporting mission-critical Department of Defense operations. This role requires extensive experience with enterprise networking technologies cybersecurity best practices and classified network environments.
Key Responsibilities
Plan design and maintain enterprise network connectivity across classified environments including SIPR NIPR and JWICS networks.
Configure maintain and troubleshoot routers switches firewalls intrusion detection systems (IDS) intrusion prevention systems (IPS) and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
Ensure network devices remain operational secure and compliant with DISA STIG requirements.
Support enterprise service connections between networks systems and applications including Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA) and Cross Domain Solutions (CDS).
Monitor network performance and implement corrective actions to optimize availability and security.
Collaborate with ISSOs and Cybersecurity personnel supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.
Develop technical documentation network diagrams and engineering specifications.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership to network operations personnel.
Support network modernization efforts and technology refresh initiatives.
Perform network maintenance upgrades troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Qualifications
Required:
Active TS/SCI security clearance.
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or related field; or four (4) additional years of experience in lieu of degree.
9 years of professional IT experience with at least 5 years of experience as a Network Engineer.
Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP DNS DHCP routing protocols switching technologies and network security principles.
Experience configuring and managing Cisco IOS NX-OS Cisco ASA Firewalls and Cisco ISE.
Experience supporting classified network environments and implementing DISA STIGs.
Knowledge of NIST Cybersecurity Framework and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Desired:
Masters degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or related field.
Cisco CCNP CCIE CompTIA Security or equivalent certifications.
Experience supporting Secure Cloud Computing Architecture (SCCA).
Experience with Cross Domain Solutions and Guard technologies.
Experience with automation and scripting tools for network management.
ITIL Foundation certification.
Experience supporting a DoD Combatant Command (SOUTHCOM NORTHCOM CENTCOM CYBERCOM INDOPACOM EUCOM AFRICOM STRATCOM TRANSCOM SOCOM or SPACECOM).
Physical and Environmental Conditions
Normal Office Environment. Requires Sitting Standing Near Acuity Speaking with colleagues and customers Listening Sight Use of hands/fingers.
Additional Benefits
- Performance Bonuses and annual salary reviews
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Short Term Disability Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment
ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion creed color national origin ancestry sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) age medical condition marital or domestic partner status sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression and transgender status mental disability or physical disability genetic information military or veteran status citizenship low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment and operation of state-of-the-art command and control and information systems th ... View more