Network Engineer- Senior

Cherokee Preting (Preting) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart.

About the role

Must possess an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph security clearance. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Many job openings require access to government buildings or military installations.

Responsibilities

• TCP/IP transport network design and engineering, network routing protocols, advanced virtual networking technologies
• Performing upgrades and routine network operations and maintenance (O&M)
• Identifying and implementing INFOSEC and COMSEC security requirements for the network
• Complex configuration management techniques and requirements for managing network systems
• Network operating and maintenance concepts and methods used to troubleshoot network problems for LAN, WAN, VPN, SD-WAN and VoIP
• Cisco IOS, including switching, routing, segment routing and other technologies
• Radio Frequency (RF) and spectrum engineering
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred)
• TCP/IP transport network design and engineering, network routing protocols, advanced virtual networking technologies
• Performing upgrades and routine network operations and maintenance (O&M)
• Identifying and implementing INFOSEC and COMSEC security requirements for the network
• Complex configuration management techniques and requirements for managing network systems
• Network operating and maintenance concepts and methods used to troubleshoot network problems for LAN, WAN, VPN, SD-WAN and VoIP
• Cisco IOS, including switching, routing, segment routing and other technologies
• Broad understanding of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the networking field
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art systems engineering principles and network design concepts
• Virtualization experience (VDI & VMware)
• Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Security best practices and implementing firewalls and perimeter security measures including VPN technologies
• Continuous integration, test automation and/or SecDevOps on iterative development projects
• Agile Development methodologies
• Cisco Certifications: CCNA or CCNP

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Other possible benefits as provided

Pay

Estimated starting salary range for Senior Network Engineer: $153,000. Pay commensurate with experience.