Theater Engineer: Global Network & Satcom Ops

Paragon Cyber Solutions; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan (401K)

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Short and Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

Paragon Cyber Solutions in Colorado Springs seeks a Theater Engineer to support SEWS global infrastructure, focusing on Cisco networks, satellite transport, and cryptographic devices across U.S. commands and partner locations.

The role requires Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and a Security+ certification, plus 3+ years of Cisco experience, with travel up to 50%. You will create engineering documentation, participate in on-call rotations, and collaborate with GCCS teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Must have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Must have a Security+ certification.
• 3+ years of supporting Cisco networking equipment or CCNA.
• Experience with network routing protocols (Static routes, OSPF).
• Knowledge of GRE and IPSEC tunnels. Knowledge of Network Encryption Devices (i.e., KG-250, KG-250x, IPS-250x, KG-175).
• Familiarization with Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express (VoIP).
• Knowledge of Server/Client Systems and current Microsoft Operating Systems (Server & Workstation).
• Active US Passport or ability to obtain an Active US Passport.
• 3+ years of systems administration experience is preferred.
• Partner and Allied nation exercise experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco-based network infrastructure.
• Support routers, switches, firewalls, cryptographic devices, and DISA circuits.
• Deploy, troubleshoot, and maintain satellite communications systems including BGAN, MUOS, VSAT, and emerging transport technologies.
• Provide technical support for worldwide operational sites and partner nations.
• Conduct site surveys, system upgrades, preventive maintenance, and equipment refresh activities.
• Create and maintain network diagrams, rack elevations, technical drawings, SOPs, and engineering documentation.
• Participate in domestic and international travel supporting operational locations.
• Support 24/7 operational requirements through an on-call rotation.
• Perform root-cause analysis and provide corrective actions for network outages and system failures.
• Collaborate with GCCS engineers and other technical teams to support system integration and delivery.
• Provide training and technical instruction to end users and foreign partner personnel as required.

Skills

Cisco networking equipment

CCNA

OSPF

GRE & IPsec

KG-250

VoIP (CUCM Express)

Windows Server/Workstation

Security+ certification

Tools

KG-250 devices

Job description

Paragon Cyber Solutions in Colorado Springs seeks a Theater Engineer to support SEWS global infrastructure, focusing on Cisco networks, satellite transport, and cryptographic devices across U.S. commands and partner locations.

The role requires Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and a Security+ certification, plus 3+ years of Cisco experience, with travel up to 50%. You will create engineering documentation, participate in on-call rotations, and collaborate with GCCS teams to deliver