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Sierra Nevada Corporation ยท 1 day ago

Network Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a global leader in aerospace and national security, and they are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support advanced network architectures for Joint All-Domain Command and Control operations. The role involves designing and implementing secure network infrastructures and collaborating on innovative research initiatives to enhance distributed C2 and data transport capabilities.

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Responsibilities

Design, configure, and maintain mission-critical network architectures that enable secure, low-latency data exchange across multiple domains and environments
Support the integration of sensors, communication nodes, and high-altitude systems into distributed C2 networks
Develop and implement network transport solutions leveraging IP-based routing, tactical data links, and cross-domain technologies
Conduct network performance analysis, optimization, and troubleshooting, ensuring resilient operations in contested or degraded environments
Implement and manage network security controls (firewalls, VPNs, encryption, VLAN segmentation, Zero Trust principles) to protect mission data and assets
Collaborate with software, DevSecOps, and systems engineering teams to integrate automated network deployment and monitoring capabilities
Support internal Research and Development (IRAD) activities aimed at advancing next-generation networking, mesh, and tactical communication technologies
Perform risk and opportunity assessments related to network architecture, infrastructure scalability, and cybersecurity posture
Document network configurations, diagrams, and security compliance artifacts to meet DoD and program-specific requirements

Qualification

Network security technologiesRouting/switching protocolsNetwork management toolsDoD network environmentsTroubleshooting complex networksSecurity+ certificationRoute-based IPsecRed Hat Enterprise LinuxSoftware codingSD-WAN conceptsNetwork optimizationDoD tactical data

Required

Bachelor's Degree in a related field with at least 2 or more years of relevant experience
Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Experience with network security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, TACLANEs, PKI, etc.)
Strong working knowledge of routing/switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS) and network management tools (SolarWinds, Wireshark, NetFlow, SNMP)
Familiarity with DoD or government network environments, including RMF compliance and STIG hardening
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in both lab and operational environments
Certifications: Security+ to support firewall administrative privileges
Experience with route-based IPsec, policy, basic SD-WAN concepts
Experience with navigating Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Window's based operating systems
Current/Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred

Juniper SSR and VSRX experience
Experience working with DoD tactical data / Datalinks (JREAP, UCI, ASTERIX, VMF, VOIP, etc)
Experience with network optimization / QoS to support edge based data distribution
Entry level experience with Software coding / script(s) development to support simple applications

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
And more

Company

Sierra Nevada Corporation

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Sierra Nevada Corporation is an aerospace and defense contractor.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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John Reifenberg
Senior Director of Technology - Entrepreneurship
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