Network Engineer

We are hiring a Network Engineer for Peterson AFB, in Colorado Springs Colorado.

What you’ll do:

• Performs duties as assigned by the Operations Manager in support of operations
• Operate and maintain an Air Force System system
• Provides status updates, and minimizes unexpected interruptions in service
• Provides Tier-3 Network Administration leadership in supporting network infrastructure which includes physical layers, Layer-2/3 hardware, VoIP, VPNs, switches, firewalls, and access points
• Develops, maintains, and supports networks in NSX-T, implementing network and VLAN technologies
• Supports the operations and maintenance of the VMware virtual infrastructure
• Provides security and network support for physical networking and firewall services
• Performs troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs/fixes for network hardware related problems
• Monitors the automation of network deployment and configuration, along with the integration of infrastructure (computer/storage) automation
• Performs system, performance, and environmental monitoring as it pertains to networking infrastructure
• Serve as escalation point and technical negotiations with vendors
• Configure and monitor network security layers
• Researches, recommends and implements network policies and standards, ensuring adherence to security procedures
• Evaluate and recommend security improvements and system upgrades
• Leads the evaluation on installation readiness and provides oversight for deployed teams
• Conducts on-the-job training for installation deployment for mentoring new team members
• Create technical support documentation for network systems
• Manages Network Operations centrally and remotely for the ISN infrastructure sites
• Deploy release of products to minimize user impact and ensure compatibility
• Acts as liaison between contractor and Government Network operations team during troubleshooting efforts
• Performs troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs/fixes for network hardware related problems
• Participate in a rotating schedule of IT on-call coverage and maintenance that occurs outside of normal business hours

5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD, in lieu of degree 9 years of applicable experience will be acceptable. 

What you’ll need:

• VMware Certified Advanced Professional – Network Virtualization – (VCAP6-NVDell

switches and routers preferred, Software Defined Network (SDN) – Virtual Network – Administrator NSX-T

• In-depth experience with VMware Virtual Cloud Network and the NSX-T Data Center

architecture

• DoD Secret security clearance is required
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or higher
• CompTIA Security+ and/or Network+ CE certification
• Required to have strong organizational skills and can easily prioritize project tasks
• Required to have excellent communication skills (both oral and written)

Desired skills:

• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2008, 2012, and 2016 preferred
• DoD 8570 Certification is desired

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

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