Networking (E/W)

Apex Systems; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Network SME to design, deploy, and troubleshoot Aruba networking and Juniper routing within hybrid cloud environments. The role requires ensuring security, compliance, and high availability across data center and enterprise networks.

The candidate should have experience with DoD/Federal security requirements and be able to collaborate with cloud, security, and systems teams. Location includes Oklahoma City and Montgomery with 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Experience deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting Aruba switching, routing, wireless, and data center networking.
• Expertise designing and supporting Juniper networks including Junos OS, routing protocols, firewall policies.
• Strong understanding of Layer 2/3 networking, VLANs, VRFs, EVPN/VXLAN, BGP/OSPF and high-availability architectures.
• Experience with hybrid cloud networking, including VPC/VNet design, VPNs, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute, and cloud security controls.
• Ability to implement DoD/Federal security requirements, with firewall management, NAC, micro-segmentation, Zero Trust, STIG, audits.
• Collaborate across cloud, security, systems, storage, and app teams to design solutions and drive modernization.

Skills

Aruba Networking

Juniper Routing

Data Center Networking

Cloud Networking

Network Security

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Job description

Job#: 3044249

Job Description:

Network SME (Aruba, Juniper, & Cloud)

Duration: Long-term contract

Location: Oklahoma City, OK & Montgomery, AL

Travel: 25%

Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense Secret clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Required Skills & Expectations

• Aruba Network Design & Administration – Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Aruba switching, routing, wireless, and data center networking solutions while maintaining security, availability, and performance.
• Juniper Routing & Switching Expertise – Design, implement, and support Juniper networking solutions including Junos OS, routing protocols, firewall policies, and secure network architectures.
• Data Center & Enterprise Networking – Deep understanding of Layer 2/Layer 3 networking, VLANs, VRFs, EVPN/VXLAN, BGP, OSPF, network segmentation, and high-availability architectures.
• Cloud Networking Architecture – Experience designing and supporting network connectivity within hybrid cloud environments, including VPC/VNet design, cloud routing, transit gateways, VPNs, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute, and network security controls.
• Network Security & Compliance – Ability to implement secure network architectures aligned with DoD/Federal requirements, including firewall management, NAC, micro‑segmentation, Zero Trust principles, STIG compliance, vulnerability remediation, and audit readiness activities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Works effectively with cloud, security, systems, storage, and application teams to design solutions, resolve incidents, support ATO/RMF activities, and drive infrastructure modernization initiatives.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.