Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Network Engineer Sunnyvale, CA Active Secret or Top Secret Job Responsibilities: The network engineer will be responsible for setting up and maintaining protect comm networks for two different programs, requiring active DoD clearance of Secret or higher. They will support all efforts needed to maintain program requirements. They will support other systems engineers by ensuring network continuity across all necessary systems. They will be responsible for upgrading new hardware, including: taclanes, routers, switches, firewalls, and other network hardware, as well as maintaining and troubleshooting that hardware. The network engineer will track and document all efforts through Jira (or similar) and will be responsible for maintaining accurate records. They will need a high level of accountability, responsibility, and attention to detail. They will be expected to work onsite 40 hours per week and occasionally support night or weekend efforts based on the needs of the program. There will be some travel involved to set-up new networks and/or replace existing hardware at remote sites. Relevant certifications, such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP or CCNA). CompTIA Sec+ certification. Required Skills: Knowledge of network protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP. Experience upgrading, maintaining, troubleshooting cisco network devices (routers, switches, and firewalls). Familiarity with Crypto including configuring and keying Taclanes. Experience with CISCO Nexus Devices. Experience with routing static/protocols (eigrp, ospf, bgp). Experience with cisco FMC (firewall management center) and Cisco Firepower & ASA devices. GEM One experience (taclane management software). Experience in classified network environments. Ability to read and understand network diagrams and documentation .