System/Network Engineer

BlueWater Federal Solutions Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase program

Life insurance

Job summary

BlueWater Federal Solutions Inc. in Colorado Springs seeks a System/Network Engineer to support the SEWS program at Peterson AFB. The role involves testing, implementing, and maintaining network systems, ensuring secure communications and on-site sustainment.

You will lead Tier 2/3 support, configure firewalls, and research new networking tech while maintaining IPAM and RMF-compliant practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Network administration.
• Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.
• Security+ or CCNA certification is required.
• Knowledge of CISCO ISE operations and account management.
• Knowledge of full OSI and TCP/IP model troubleshooting; network routing protocols (Static routes, OSPF).
• Knowledge of GRE and IPSEC tunnels theory and configuration; VRF theory and configuration.
• Familiarization with Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express (VoIP).
• Familiarization with RMF standards.
• Knowledge of Network Encryption Devices (KG-250, KG-250x, IPS-250x, KG-175).
• Knowledge of virtualization concepts and products (VMware); Microsoft Active Directory for users and groups.
• Knowledge of current Microsoft Operating Systems (Server & Workstation).
• Familiarity with Oracle/Sybase/Postgres database maintenance; Java application servers (Tomcat, JBoss).
• Familiarity with Linux/UNIX applications and services (NFS, SSH, NTP, LDAP, HTTP, Ansible).
• Partner and Allied nation exercise experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide rotating 24/7 on-call Tier 2/3 system support for remote users, to identify and resolve hardware, software, and communication issues, document solutions, and develop recommendations to reduce the frequency of repairs.
• Support firewall maintenance and configuration requirements.
• Research and implement new networking technologies upon approval.
• Manage and update organizational IPAM documentation as required.
• Support foreign partner system and network installation, maintenance, and sustainment.
• Assist EOSS travelers with troubleshooting guidance as necessary.
• Respond to system component failures or change requests and plan restoral implementation.
• Update Technical Data Package as required to document system.
• Perform CDF sustainment including system checkout, inventory, updates, and firmware updates.

Skills

Security+ or CCNA

Cisco ISE operations

OSI/TCP-IP troubleshooting

GRE/IPSEC tunneling

VRF concepts

VoIP familiarity

RMF familiarity

Encryption devices (KG-250 etc)

VMware virtualization

Active Directory

Linux/UNIX admin

Tools

Cisco IOS tools

VMware

Active Directory

Job description

Job Description

Overview

BlueWater Federal is looking for a System/Network Engineer to support the SEWS program at Peterson AFB. As a Systems/Network Engineer, you will support the analysis of user needs and develop the design and associated hardware and software recommendations to support those needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide rotating 24/7 on-call Tier 2/3 system support for remote users, to identify and resolve hardware, software, and communication issues, document solutions, and develop recommendations to reduce the frequency of repairs.
• Support firewall maintenance and configuration requirements.
• Research and implement new networking technologies upon approval.
• Manage and update organizational IPAM (IP address management) documentation as required.
• Support foreign partner system and network installation, maintenance, and sustainment.
• Supporting Emergency On-Site Sustainment (EOSS) travelers with troubleshooting guidance and procedures as necessary.
• Respond to system component failures or change requests and plan system change or restoral implementation.
• Update Technical Data Package as required to document system.
• Perform CDF (Centralized Distribution Facility) sustainment including but not limited to system operational check out, inventory, system updates, equipment firmware updates and documentation updates.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Network administration.
• Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.
• Security+ or CCNA certification is required.
• Knowledge of CISCO ISE (Identity Service Engine) operations and account management.
• Knowledge of full OSI and TCP/IP model troubleshooting; network routing protocols (i.e., Static routes, OSPF)
• Knowledge of GRE and IPSEC tunnels theory and configuration; VRF (Virtual Routing and Forwarding) theory and configuration.
• Familiarization with Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express (VoIP).
• Familiarization with Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards.
• Knowledge of Network Encryption Devices (i.e., KG-250, KG-250x, IPS-250x, KG-175).
• Knowledge of virtualization concepts and products (VMware); Microsoft Active Directory (AD) for users and groups.
• Knowledge of current Microsoft Operating Systems (Server & Workstation).
• Familiarity with Oracle/Sybase/Postgres database maintenance; Java application servers (Tomcat, JBoss).
• Familiarity with Linux/UNIX applications and services (NFS, SSH, NTP, LDAP, HTTP, Ansible).
• Partner and Allied nation exercise experience preferred.

BlueWater Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We offer a competitive health and wellness benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our competitive compensation package includes generous 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, and life insurance options, and time off with pay. Salary range: 120-125K