26-117- Network Engineer III with Security Clearance
Eliassen Group Denver
- 117- Network Engineer III
The Network Engineer III will support the implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure for the program. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable connectivity across LAN/WAN environments while collaborating with senior engineers on network design and optimization.
The ideal candidate brings strong networking fundamentals and a hands-on approach to supporting production environments.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:- Configure and maintain network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls from vendors such as Cisco and Juniper Networks.
- Monitor network performance and availability, proactively identifying and resolving connectivity, latency, and packet loss issues.
- Implement and support core networking technologies including VLANs, routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP, and basic network security controls.
- Troubleshoot network incidents across LAN/WAN environments, performing root cause analysis and documenting resolutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support network changes, upgrades, and infrastructure projects.
- Travel to remote locations to lead and perform network installations, independently perform troubleshooting, and provide status updates to program personnel.
- Support critical activities outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
- Perform additional tasks as required by the program.
- Must be a US Citizen and maintain a valid US passport.
- Must possess a CCNA or JNCIA certification or be willing to attain within 60 days of starting
- Proven network engineering experience with hands-on knowledge of network design, development, and testing methodologies.
- Understanding of the OSI Model, TCP/IP, and routing protocols including BGP and OSPF.
- Experience with network traffic analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
- Hands-on firewall experience, specifically with Juniper, Fortinet, and Palo Alto technologies.
- Experience with UDP multicast, SONET, MSPP, VLANs, GRE tunnels, and TCP/IP network designs.
- Hands-on experience with multi-vendor switching and routing environments including Juniper and Cisco platforms, WAN optimizers, TACLANEs, and optical transport equipment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office products, especially PowerPoint and Visio.
- Experience with Foundation, NSX, vSAN, and Aria technologies.
- Experience with network automation using Ansible.
- Understanding of standard DoD security practices including STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts.
- Prior experience supporting the program.
EDUCATION: Bachelors with 3+ or Master with 1+ Years of Experience
LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site in Colorado Springs, COCLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Secret
DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II within 30 days of start
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