Senior Network Engineer, Defense Communications

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Colorado Springs seeks a Specialist, Network Engineer to design and model network architecture aligned with customer requirements. You will analyze, plan, and modify network components or software, and prepare capacity analyses for switching, routing, transmission, and signaling within the Surveillance Systems division.

The role requires Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, CCNA or equivalent, and hands-on experience with IP networks, security documentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience

Responsibilities

• Design and model network architecture based on customer requirements.
• Analyze, plan, and modify network components or software.
• Develop and evaluate network performance criteria for switching, routing, transmission, and signaling.
• Prepare capacity needs analysis for network components.
• Support the Surveillance Systems division and related programs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

IP networking

Network design & planning

Router/Switch/Firewall configuration

DISA STIGs

Security documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years experience

Graduate Degree with 2+ years

8 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Cisco Prime

HP OpenView

SDN concepts (OpenFlow, Cisco ACI)

NMS familiarity

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Specialist, Network Engineer

Job Code: 44310

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Job Schedule: 9/80 REG

Job Description:

As a Specialist, Network Engineer, you will work with the Systems and Cybersecurity Engineering team to design and model network architecture based on customer requirements. You will analyze, plan, and modify network components or software, develop and evaluate network performance criteria, and prepare capacity needs analysis for switching, routing, transmission, and signaling. This position supports the innovative and collaborative Surveillance Systems division, known for its exceptional performance and trusted by customers.

In this position, you will hone your network engineering relevant experience in a network engineering role where you can make a broad impact to programs and projects that are critical to our customers!

Essential Functions:

• Network engineering experience with IP networks
• Evaluate technologies and designs in relation to the critical infrastructure and service needs
• Experience in configuring & hardening routers, switches, firewalls, VOIP, and Satellite long-haul communications capability.
• Familiarity with leading network vendors such as HP/HPE, Cisco, Juniper, Arista, F5
• Experience in implementation and troubleshooting experience of IP networks.
• Familiarity in the application of DISA SRGs and STIGs
• Familiarity with implementing patches, scanning, remediating findings, auditing
• Proficient in developing and maintaining security and configuration documentation
• Good written and verbal professional skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team environment
• Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
  • In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required
• Possess DOD 8570.01M IAT-2 certification
• Possess CCNA certification, or an equivalent vendor certification

Preferred Additional Skills:

• CCNP or equivalent vendor certification
• Ability to plan, implement, verify and troubleshoot local and wide-area enterprise networks
• Experience implementing and managing carrier grade network and network technologies such as Carrier Ethernet technologies.
• Familiarity with GFE applications, such as Manticore and Cracken security applications

• Experience in the configuration and implementation of Type-1 encryption used in encryption of data in transit (KG family of encryptors)

• Familiarity with Network Management Systems (NMS) (Cisco Prime, HP OpenView, Etc.)
• Familiarity with Software Defined Networking (SDN) concepts and technologies (OpenFlow, Cisco ACI, Etc.)
• Familiarity with Cloud Networking services and architectures (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud networking, Etc.)
• Familiarity with Zero Trust Networking Architecture (ZTNA) concepts and technologies

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state is $76,500-$142,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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