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The Aerospace Corporation · 1 month ago

IT Network Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. The IT Network Engineer will be responsible for architecting and implementing Enterprise LAN, WAN, and Data Center network infrastructure in an all-Cisco environment, leading a team of network engineers to support corporate networks.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and implement high availability enterprise WAN links utilizing SDWAN technology (Cisco SDWAN/IWAN, Cisco ASR/ISR Routers, Cisco Firewalls) and dual WAN links (MPLS & Internet)

Design and implement high availability, scalable data center networks based on Cisco SDN (ACI, Nexus Dashboard) technology

Develop secure network segments (enclaves, DMZs) using Cisco Firepower Firewalls, Cisco ASA Firewalls and other Cisco network security products

Perform setup, configuration and testing of network designs in our DevOps lab located in El Segundo

Coordinate with network staff on implementation tasks and schedule, meeting any specific deadlines as needed

Interface with user community to understand their internal and external connectivity needs and collaborate to develop design, implementation costs and annual operations costs

Assist in development of Network Services Department fiscal year budget requests for capital, overhead and maintenance

Track industry trends and maintain knowledge of new technologies

Qualification

Cisco SDWAN/IWANCisco ACICisco FirewallsNetwork automationCisco ASAComp TIA Security+ CELeadershipTeam collaborationProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field with 10 years of professional experience with all aspects of an enterprise CONUS network

This position requires a TS/ SCI clearance. This is issued by the US government and US citizenship is required

Expertise in Cisco SDWAN/IWAN technology and network automation

Expert experience with Cisco ACI and Nexus Data Center switches

Extensive experience with firewall theory and configuration

Extensive experience with Cisco ASA and Firepower firewalls

Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center/DNA Center

Comp TIA Security+ CE or CISSP for DoD 8570 requirements

15 years of professional experience with all aspects of an enterprise CONUS network

Experience troubleshooting and configuration of KG-175F and other encryption devices

Experience working and troubleshooting EIGRP and BGP routed network deployments

Preferred

15 or more years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree

Cisco CCIE/CCNP Enterprise certification

Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers experience

TS/SCI/SSBI clearance

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect