Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Description Background Information: Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Network Engineer to be based in the Huntsville, Alabama area primarily with travel to other locations as needed. Overview: IDT is seeking a Network Systems Engineer whose primary focus will be on the development, documentation, and implementation of an on-premises network in support of a U.S. Army Program of Record. This individual would be required to develop familiarity with tactical applications and how their intercommunication is performed. This effort would also be for the continuous improvement and development of network in support of increased efficiency as well as increased resiliency. The individual selected for this role will primarily operate in the Huntsville area with the focus on this effort and may travel to other locations in support projects as needed. All applicants must currently possess an active U.S. Security Clearance. Responsibilities Include: Interact with technical team members from multiple organizations in a team environment Perform requirements analysis, translating business need into IT resource specifications Developing design, document, and standardize configurations for networking devices deployed locally and remote Provide direct technical support for the planning, design, and implementation of releases, upgrades, changes to network devices remotely and on site Contribute to improvement of administrative and security postures within various subnets Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or relevant field of Engineering Minimum 5 years of experience in a relevant technology field required Required Skills: Experience with physical switch installation/administration Networking experience - TCP/IP, DNS, NetBIOS, Switching, Routing, VLANs Experience creating and updating Access Control Lists and other forms of network filters Experienced with developing Quality of Service (QoS) rules for optimization of the network Strong understanding of Multicast Networking concepts - PIM, IGMP, etc. Demonstrated ability to shift from one project to another in an agile work environment Experienced with Cisco Networking devices, with emphasis on NX-OS and Cisco iOS devices Ability to create CAT5/5e/6 cable in the field, if needed Experience troubleshooting complex network issues to include, and not limited to, Spanning Tree Protocol, OSPF, HSRP, Virtual Port Channels, etc. Experience hardening and securing network devices per DISA STIG Requirements Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time Preferred Skills: Experience working with networking within a tactical system Experience troubleshooting issues of both a software and/or a hardware nature Experience developing/maintaining network architectures that are designed for redundancy Experience with working networks in support of tactical solutions. Networking protocol experience (802.11, TCP, UDP, ICMP) and troubleshooting network related issues at a physical and operating system level. Experience with well-thought out physical server configuration and cabling Experience with Bash and/or C shell scripting a plus Experience with Ruckus-based Network Devices a plus Experience with VMWare NSX-T is a plus Experience with Ansible, Powershell, Chef, Salt, Python, or Puppet experience is a plus Security+, CCNA, or equivalent IAT Level II certification highly encouraged Familiarity with DISA STIG or other Risk Management Framework is highly encouraged Competencies: Ability to create and employ requirements and specifications during development Desire to stay current with industry trends and best practices Excellence in technical oral and written communication with peers and non-technical cohorts Be capable of working independently, but thrive in a team environment Capable of finding creative solutions to difficult problems Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency and drive EEO Statement: Applicants, employees, and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.