Systems Engineer 3

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Possible OT opportunities

Job summary

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc. is seeking a Network Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in Colorado Springs, CO. This role requires expertise in network design and troubleshooting to support the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS).

Candidates should possess an active Secret Security Clearance and a Bachelor of Science degree with experience in networking fields. The position is full-time and requires reliable attendance along with hands-on experience with network devices and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training.
• Requires IAT Level II 8570 Compliant Certification.
• CCNA or JNCIA certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure.
• Ensure reliable connectivity across LAN/WAN environments.
• Configure and maintain network devices.

Skills

Active Secret Security Clearance

Network Design and Development

Understanding of OSI Model

TCP/IP and Routing Protocols

Firewall Experience

Effective Communication Skills

Hands-on Network Experience

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cisco Routers and Switches

Juniper Networks Devices

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Network Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in Colorado Springs, CO. 100% onsite.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Active Secret Security Clearance is required for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Generally has 3+ years of related experience and may have a post‑secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
• The position requires an IAT Level II 8570 Compliant Certification such as Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc. Must have an active Secret Security Clearance. Must be a US Citizen and have/maintain a valid US passport.
• This position requires an CCNA or JNCIA certification.
• Must be a proven network engineer with hands‑on mid‑level experience and knowledge of network design, development and testing methodologies.
• Must have an understanding of the OSI Model, TCP/IP, routing protocols BGP and OSPF. Must have network traffic analysis, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Must have firewall experience—especially Juniper, Fortinet, and Palo Alto. Must have experience in UDP multicast, SONET, MSPP, VLANs, GRE Tunnels, and TCP/IP network designs. Must have hands on experience with multi‑vendor switching routing (Juniper, Cisco), WAN optimizer, TACLANEs, and optical transport equipment.
• Must be an effective communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft Office products, especially PowerPoint and Visio.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Client is looking for a Network Engineer to join the team in Colorado Springs, CO to support the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS).

This position requires candidate acceptance by industry partner resource control board.

• Support the implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure.
• Ensure reliable connectivity across LAN/WAN environments while collaborating with senior engineers on network design and optimization.
• Configure and maintain network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls from vendors such as Cisco and Juniper Networks.
• Monitor network performance and availability, proactively identifying and resolving connectivity, latency, and packet loss issues. Implement and support core networking technologies including VLANs, routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP), and basic network security controls.
• Troubleshoot network incidents across LAN/WAN environments, performing root cause analysis and documenting resolutions. Collaborate with cross‑functional IT teams to support network changes, upgrades, and infrastructure projects.
• Travel to remote locations to lead and perform network installations, independently perform troubleshooting, and provide status updates to Program personnel.
• May be required to support critical activities outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Work statement is a non‑managerial role, non‑leadership role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Top Secret Clearance.
• CCNP or JNCIP Certification.
• Foundation, NSX, vSAN, and Aria Experience with network automation using Ansible.
• Understand standard DOD security practices such as STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts.
• Prior C2BMC experience.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree and typically 5 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with experience in an engineering classification.

WORK HOURS

Full‑Time/First Shift 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

ADDITIONAL

Possible OT opportunities.