Network Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an onsite network engineer at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM, to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with experienced engineers and customers supporting the Space Systems Command.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network characteristics such as traffic, connect time, transmission speeds, packet sizes, and throughput
• Assist more senior network engineers with the installation, removal and modifications to network components
• Configure, deploy, upgrade, and troubleshoot multivendor switches, routers, firewalls, and peripheral equipment in operational and test lab environments
• Operate or administer Linux and Unix systems
• Provide occasional after-hours operational support for network issues
• Apply your knowledge of enterprise system monitoring and management tools (Solar Winds, WireShark, iPerf, etc.) to analyze network activity and problems
• Develop and maintain network topologies, diagrams and IP tracking

Requirements

• Active Top Secret or DoE Q clearance with SCI eligibility (must be eligible for SCI indoctrination within first 3 months of start date)
• Bachelor’s degree in science and technology related discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university and 5 years or more relevant experience; a Master’s degree and 3 years or more experience
• Will accept 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• DoD 8570 baseline certification
• Strong background in Microsoft Office tools and Visio
• Record of success in contributing to the completion of programs and projects; ability to obtain results and make key recommendations

Qualifications

• Good understanding of discipline process, information and data management, configuration control
• Seasoned communicator with demonstrated record of success in leadership, followership, and working with contract representatives and government sponsors
• Ability to provide high-level summary of results and draw conclusions based on interpretation of data

Skills

• Expertise in network engineering and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Cisco routers and switches, Palo Alto firewalls, SolarWinds, and Identity Services Engine (ISE) authentication
• Experience with Linux and Unix systems administration
• Proficiency in enterprise system monitoring and management tools (Solar Winds, WireShark, iPerf, etc.)
• Ability to develop and maintain network topologies, diagrams and IP tracking

Benefits

• Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510
• Employee Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; life and accident insurance; employee assistance program; legal plan; and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Leave Programs: Paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Recognition Program: Monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
• Other Incentives: Available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Pay

Pay Information: Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510. Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.