Networking (E/W)

Apex Systems; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Network SME (Aruba, Juniper, & Cloud) for a long-term contract located in Oklahoma City, OK and Montgomery, AL. The role requires up to 25% travel and the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

The candidate will design, deploy, and support secure network infrastructures across hybrid environments, focusing on high availability, performance, and compliance with federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Aruba switching, routing, wireless, and data center networking solutions while maintaining security, availability, and performance.
• Design, implement, and support Juniper networking solutions including Junos OS, routing protocols, firewall policies, and secure network architectures.
• Deep understanding of Layer 2/Layer 3 networking, VLANs, VRFs, EVPN/VXLAN, BGP, OSPF, network segmentation, and high-availability architectures.
• 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.
• 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.
• Works effectively with cloud, security, systems, storage, and application teams to design solutions, resolve incidents, support ATO/RMF activities, and drive infrastructure modernization initiatives.

Skills

Aruba Network Design & Administration

Juniper Routing & Switching Expertise

Data Center & Enterprise Networking

Cloud Networking Architecture

Network Security & Compliance

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 is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex benefits overview: 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. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth 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. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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