Senior Network Engineer

i3; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term financial security

Growth opportunities

Excellent insurance coverage

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

i3 Cares program

Job summary

i3 designs and maintains DoD computer systems and networks to ensure operational security and protect data from internal and external threats. The role emphasizes RMF compliance, vulnerability management, and collaboration with customers and end users.

With a Bachelor’s degree and 6–12 years of relevant experience, you will design, implement, and maintain secure DoD networking environments in a multi-vendor setting, using HBSS and DISA ACAS tools. A DoD clearance and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or relevant field.
• 6–12 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with DoD network in a multi-vendor environment.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (HBSS, DISA ACAS).
• Active Security+ or CISSP certification preferred.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance and US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain a DoD network in a multi-vendor environment (Cisco, Juniper, Brocade).
• Monitor and maintain network/system security, ensure compliance with security requirements, and recommend solutions.
• Maintain RMF-aligned security status and compliance through policies and procedures.
• Provide network/system vulnerability scanning via HBSS and DISA ACAS tools.
• Collaborate with end users to configure network multicast, broadcast, etc.
• Provide reports to internal and external customers in response to queries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field

Tools

HBSS

DISA ACAS

Vulnerability scanning

Job description

Overview Designs and maintains DOD computer systems and networks to ensure operational security and protect data from internal and external threats. Reviews network/system configurations to ensure compliance and creates recommendations in line with security and governmental regulations.

Pay Range $82,500-131,000 The pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, geographic location, and any applicable laws.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain customer (DoD) network multi-vendor environment (Cisco, Juniper, Brocade).
• Monitor, evaluate, and maintain network and system security, to include: reviewing network/system configurations to ensure compliance with security requirements, investigating security violations and recommending solutions, crafting and recommending security policies and procedures, providing recommendations for product upgrades, patches, and general security measures, handling/tracking COMSEC material, and staying apprised of security best practices.
• Maintain system security status and ensure compliance with security policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Provide network/system vulnerability scanning via Host Based Security System (HBSS) and DISA Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) tools.
• Partner with end users to configure the network for multicast, broadcast, etc. functionality.
• Provide reports to internal and external customers in response to queries and requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or relevant field. Additional experience may substitute for degree.
• 6-12 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with system/network vulnerability scanning tools required.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining DoD network in a multi-vendor environment.
• An active CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification, preferred.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA-Junos) is a plus.
• An active DoD Secret Security Clearance and the ability to maintain a clearance is required.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Communicate well: listening, verbal, and written.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

About i3

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

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