Network Engineer

HRB; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Armison Tech is seeking a Network Engineer for an on-site client environment in Chantilly, VA. TS/SCI with Polygraph and US citizenship are required. You will design, engineer, and implement secure networks, support mission-critical projects, and travel as needed to meet client needs.

The role emphasizes cutting-edge network design, system security, and collaboration with a high-caliber team to deliver reliable, scalable solutions for government customers.

Qualifications

• Must maintain active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in CS, engineering, IT or equivalent.
• 15+ years as a network engineer with deep network knowledge.
• Experience with security-focused, layered network approaches.
• Cisco router experience incl 2900/3800 families.
• Ability to design, analyze, configure and implement complex networks.
• Experience monitoring performance, latency, and security concerns.
• Knowledge of secure network protocols (VPNs, L2TP, VLANs, cryptography).
• Familiarity with Juniper JNCIA-Enterprise/Service Provider Routing.
• Linux networking experience and network traffic redirection.
• Understanding of logs/monitoring tools and Wireshark.
• Understanding of end-to-end data flow for workstations and apps.
• Certs like CCNA/CCNP/CISSP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and implement client networks.
• Act as the architect to support a range of client priorities.
• Plan, initiate, support, secure, and execute digital network models.
• Travel for the customer ~10% of the year (CONUS/OCONUS).

Skills

Clearance TS/SCI with Polygraph

Strong analytical ability

Good communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or equivalent experience

Tools

Cisco routers 2900/3800

Juniper JNCIA-Enterprise/Service Provider

Linux (IPTables, RADIUS, DNS, DHCP)

Job description

Armison Tech is a minority owned small business, established in 2012, located in the Northern Virginia area. We're a company predominantly focused on cyber security for our government customers yet our expertise in other areas include big data analytics, instructional design, information management, and computer network infrastructure. We invest in our employees careers by participating in cutting edge cyber security training and attending industry leading conferences. As a small business we offer flexibility and powerful benefits supporting our most important assets, our employees and their families.

Armison Tech is constantly searching for exceptionally qualified technology professionals who would make a great addition to our team. Our staff, just like our clients and the work we do, is what makes Armison Tech a truly effective partner. As we help each of our new employees make adjustments to our operational methods, we make sure every professional is able to handle the workload of each project by resolving any relevant concerns or issues they may have relating to this recent career shift.

Our hiring process seeks to accentuate the raw talent and skillset of our team members. Along with the importance of experience and education, Armison Tech looks for the superior analytical and communication ability that separates our employees from what we've seen while working with some similar companies. Individuals we employ must have a demonstrated ability to excel in high-pressure situations which have a real impact on the modern world so we can continue to keep pace with the competition and the evolving fields of technology.

Network Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA (on-site client environment). Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph. Compensation: Competitive, Excellent Benefits.

Only applicants with the active required security clearance and are U.S. Citizens will be reviewed.

You will work with a cutting-edge team focused on the design, engineering, and implementation of client networks. In this role, you are the creative architect and engineer that will enable activities focused on a wide range of client priorities. You will apply your technical expertise using specialized methodologies and digital tools to plan, initiate, support, secure, and execute digital network models to support our customer's mission. You will have the opportunity to work on highly visible projects, and will be a critical component in breaking down complex problems and delivering solutions. You will be able to travel for the customer approximately 10% of the year, both CONUS and OCONUS.

Qualifications:

• Must maintain active/current TS/SCI with a polygraph clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of experience as a network engineer, and a deep understanding of network protocols and technologies.
• Experience using industry standards and open source technologies from a layered security perspective.
• Experience using Cisco routers to include 2900, 3800, and 2900 families of routers.
• Experience designing, analyzing, configuring, and implementing complex network architectures.
• Demonstrated experience monitoring network performance and troubleshooting network issues to resolve latency issues, and security concerns.
• Experience designing, engineering, and implementing secure network protocols at layers 1 - 3 of the OSI model; to include cryptography, site to site VPNs, any connect, L2TP, VLANs, and authentication.
• Familiarity with Juniper JNCIA-Enterprise/Service Provider Routing and Switching.
• Experience implementing security standards in anticipation of fast paced changes of operational practices.
• Working knowledge of Linux (IPTables, RADIUS, DNS, DHCP) with specific implementation experience regarding redirection of network traffic.
• Understanding of network logging and monitoring tools, comfortability monitoring netflow with Wireshark.
• Understanding of end-to-end data flow and applications to include workstations and computers.
• DESIRED: Related certifications, such as the Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, or the CISSP.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Armison Tech is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.