Network Engineer

Goldbelt; Juneau (AK); A distancia; USD 113.000 - 138.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Goldbelt Incorporated in Alaska is seeking a Network Engineer to design, deploy, secure, and optimize our enterprise network across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. The role emphasizes compliance, cybersecurity, and operational excellence for federal and commercial customers.

The position is remote with occasional travel; candidates based in Juneau are preferred due to local network complexity. Strong experience in VPNs, firewalls, and Aruba/SonicWALL is highly valued.

Formación

• Experience with routing, switching, VPNs, and firewalls in enterprise networks.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues across multi-environment setups.
• Familiarity with NIST/DoD security requirements and audits.
• Strong written and verbal communication for diverse stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/WLAN/VPN).
• Monitor performance and capacity; ensure reliability and scalability.
• Troubleshoot complex issues including security incidents.
• Implement and maintain network security controls per standards.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers (HPE Aruba, SonicWALL, VMware).
• Support cloud/hybrid networks (Azure, AWS) and on-premise environments.
• Maintain documentation, SOPs, and baselines; participate in upgrades.
• Provide Tier II/III support and on-call coverage; ensure compliance with policies.

Conocimientos

LAN/WAN/WLAN

VPN

Firewall concepts

Network monitoring

Security controls

Communication skills

Project management

Tier II/III support

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering

HPE Aruba ACP-S/ACP-CA certificates

Equivalent relevant experience

Herramientas

HPE Aruba

SonicWALL

VMware

Azure

AWS

Descripción del empleo

Goldbelt Incorporated is an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) headquartered in Juneau, Alaska, whose mission is to make a significant and positive difference in the lives of more than 4, 200 Alaska Native shareholders. Alaska Native Corporations hold a distinct purpose and share a familiar creation story born in an act of Congress in 1971. Join a fast-growing “forever” company that manages over 30 subsidiaries and provides centers of excellence in a shared service center model based out of Herndon, Virginia. At Goldbelt, we place a strong emphasis on recognizing and rewarding the dedication and hard work of our team members in pursuit of our company's mission. We are a team focused on gold standard customer service and professional growth with competitive benefits and profit-sharing plans and help support a business model that gives back to the community of shareholders.

Summary:

The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise network infrastructure supporting Goldbelt, Inc. and its subsidiaries. This role ensures secure, reliable, and high-performing network services across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, with a strong emphasis on compliance, cybersecurity, and operational excellence in support of federal and commercial customers.

This position is remote with occasional travel; however, candidates based in Juneau are preferred due to the complexity of the local network.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and firewall solutions
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity to ensure reliability and scalability
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, including connectivity, latency, and security incidents
• Implement and maintain network security controls in accordance with NIST, DoD, and customer security requirements
• Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers from vendors such as HPE Aruba, SonicWALL, VMWare or equivalent
• Support cloud and hybrid networking solutions (e.g., Azure, AWS, or other government-approved cloud environments)
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, standard operating procedures, and configuration baselines
• Participate in system upgrades, patching, and lifecycle replacement activities
• Collaborate with Vendors, Partners, and IT operations teams to ensure integrated and compliant solutions
• Support Authority to Operate (ATO) activities, audits, and compliance assessments as required
• Provide Tier II/Tier III network support and on-call support as needed
• Ensure compliance with Goldbelt policies, customer requirements, and applicable federal regulations

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of enterprise networking concepts, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, routing, and switching
• Working knowledge of network security principles, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, access controls, and secure remote access
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues across multiple environments and layers
• Familiarity with network monitoring, logging, and performance management tools
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
• Possesses attention to detail and effective problem-solving skills
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers and with outside agencies, partners, shareholders, and business associates
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity, with the ability to adapt messages and strategies for diverse audiences
• Basic understanding of relevant software, tools, and systems used in the corporate environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Level 1 – Network Engineer I:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Minimum 1+ years of experience in network engineering, network administration, or a related field or demonstrated proficiency as a Goldbelt IT Support Technician II.
  • Foundational knowledge of enterprise networking technologies, including routing, switching, firewalls, and VPNs
  • Ability to learn and apply network configuration, troubleshooting, monitoring, and support procedures
  • HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate – Switching or equivalent certification.
• Level 2 – Network Engineer II:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in network engineering or network administration roles
  • Certified in HPE Aruba Networking Certified Professional – Switching (ACP-S) and/or HPE Aruba Networking Certified Professional – Campus Access (ACP-CA) or equivalent certification
  • Hands-on experience configuring and supporting enterprise networking technologies (routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs)
• Level 3 – Network Engineer III:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • HPE Aruba Networking Certified Professional – Switching (ACP-S), HPE Aruba Networking Certified Professional – Campus Access (ACP-CA), or equivalent certification.
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in network engineering, network administration, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience independently designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting enterprise network infrastructure.
  • Advanced hands-on experience with routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and enterprise network security technologies
  • Experience troubleshooting complex network issues and providing technical guidance or mentorship to less experienced network engineers
  • Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment background

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs)
• Previous government contracting experience

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $112,700 to $137,750 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. Our annual incentive compensation plan is designed to reward your contributions to Goldbelt's success. It's a profit-sharing initiative tied to our strategic objectives, demonstrating that your efforts directly impact our achievements. As an employee, you'll also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.