Network Engineer managing Local Area Network/Wide Area Network systems for DoD security. Engage in complex network solutions and ensure operational integrity.
About the role
- Senior Network Operator responsible for managing critical network infrastructure at a US Army installation. Requires DoD security clearance and expertise in advanced networking technologies.
Responsibilities
- Manage, secure, and maintain the critical network infrastructure at a premier US Army installation.
- Administer, configure, and maintain Palo Alto firewalls.
- Troubleshoot complex campus networks built on Cisco Catalyst 9300 stacked switches and 9400 series chassis.
- Implement and manage network access control (NAC) policies using Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
- Oversee wireless infrastructure using Cisco 9800 Wireless Controllers.
- Ensure compliance with DoD STIGs and Army cybersecurity directives.
- Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
- Develop scripts to automate network administration tasks using Python, PowerShell, or Ansible.
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
- Provide senior-level technical support and mentorship to junior team members.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or Senior Network Operator in a DoD or similar high-security environment.
- Must possess an active DoD Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
- In-depth, hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls (PAN-OS, Panorama).
- Advanced knowledge of Cisco Switching (Catalyst 9300 & 9400 series, StackWise Virtual, high availability).
- Proven experience deploying and managing Cisco ISE for 802.1x and NAC.
- Strong proficiency in managing campus mesh Cisco 9800 Wireless Controllers and associated Wi-Fi 6 access points.
- Basic knowledge of F5 BIG-IP load balancers (LTM).
- Comprehensive understanding and practical application of DoD STIGs for network devices.
- Basic scripting and automation skills with at least one of the following: Python, PowerShell, or Ansible.
- Must hold a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE).
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
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