Network Services Engineer

Abacus Technology Corporation; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technology Corporation seeks a Network Services Engineer to support voice and data networks for the C3I&N Directorate at Hanscom AFB. The role is full-time and involves operating the HNIB Integration Facility, managing core network devices, and providing secure network services.

You will contribute to RMF A&A, perform integration testing, develop test plans, and help ensure compliance with security requirements for the AFNET. U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in network administration or engineering including at least 3 years in a DoD environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may substitute for degree requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of routers, switches, and firewalls. Strong security focus for enterprise networks.

Responsibilities

• Operate and sustain the HNIB Integration Facility and manage core network devices and services.
• Provide cyber security services for ATO/ATC for HNIB IF connections to DREN.
• Support RMF A&A processes with hardware, software, and dataflow details.
• Conduct integration testing and develop test plans and reports.
• Implement cryptography, network security, and authentication in design and testing.

Skills

Network administration

DoD environment experience

Routers/switches/firewalls

Communication skills

Security and RMF

US Citizenship and clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking a Network Services Engineer to support voice and data networks for the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and Networks (C3I&N) Directorate at Hanscom AFB. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Operate and sustain the HNIB Integration Facility, to include the configuration and management of IF core network devices (e.g. routers, switches, firewalls) and the operation and maintenance of IF core network services (i.e., Active Directory, network file servers, storage area network, virtual server environment, etc.).
• Provide cyber security services in support of the Authorization to Operate (ATO) for the Development, Test, and Evaluation (DT&E) authorizing official and Approval to Connect (ATC) for the HNIB IF connection to the Defense Research & Engineering Network (DREN).
• Support the HNIB Information System Security Manager (ISSM) throughout all phases of the RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process, including, but not limited to: hardware components with IPs, make/model/SNs of hardware components installed, software and/or major applications installed, hardware replaced/removed, and dataflow depictions (Network Management System (NMS), multicast implementations, etc.).
• Conduct integration testing to support the insertion of technology into the AFNET.
• Build detailed test plans, configure corresponding testing environment, and author test reports.
• Prepare concise work statements, test data, and efficient procedures.
• Apply attack and exploitation techniques and general security knowledge in the application of cryptography, network/systems security, authentication, and authorization in the design, development, testing to meet network security requirements.
• Devise and perform appropriate tests to evaluate, debug, and check equipment.
• Develop and recommend technical solutions to perform all procedures necessary to ensure the security of enterprise networks and transactions across the AFNET.
• Conduct tests in compliance with AF/DoD suspense dates (to include Time Compliance Network Orders (TCNOs), Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), and Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts and Bulletins (IAVAs and IAVBs), etc.), track and document results through simulated and/or connected network systems.
• Perform network traffic analysis, network design and analysis, and configuration of dynamic routing protocols.
• Create and maintain the configuration management (CM) and documentation of the technical baseline (hardware/software) of the HNIB IF.
• Develop information technology/network solutions for operational requirements which shall include accessing and maintaining configuration control of base architecture drawings and IP addressing schemes.
• Provide support for surveying, installing, configuring, testing, and integrating network and cryptographic equipment in the AFNET.
• Build, maintain, and actively update config laptops for Network Engineering requirements using a software baseline approved by HNIB Government personnel.

Qualifications

3+ years experience in network administration or engineering including at least 3 years in a DoD environment. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Experience in all phases of the engineering lifecycle including: requirements; architecture; design; implementation; testing; and operations and maintenance. Thorough knowledge of routers, switches, and firewalls. Able to assess infrastructure, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions. Able to provide technical guidance and direction to system administrators and help desk technicians. Knowledge of relevant server-side tools and technologies. Experience with network monitoring and management using an automated solution. Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining servers and desktops in an enterprise organization. Extensive experience with security as it pertains to network architecture, desktops, laptops, servers, firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems (IDS). Solid customer service and communication skills are critical as well as the ability and willingness to communicate effectively and appropriately in an empathetic and understanding manner. Must be a US Citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled