Lead, Architectural Design and Network Systems Engineer

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Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineer

Job Code: 3261

Job Location: USA-UT-Salt Lake City

Job Schedule: 9/80, every other Friday off — Employees work 9 out of every 14 days and have every other Friday off

The Lead, Network Systems Engineer will be responsible for the development of advanced communication subsystem hardware/software for multi-domain (space, ground, airborne) applications. The position will span initial concept development through hardware/software implementation, test, delivery, and sustainment. Potential applications include high rate, assured, and optical communications. The engineer will be expected to understand all levels of development requirements, to lead multi-disciplined engineering teams / programs in the development of new capabilities, and to manage subcontractors.

They will leverage their knowledge in requirements development, parts, materials, architectures, and process flow down. They will understand System Verification and Validation, and following Systems Engineering processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong, multi-discipline technical background and will work directly with internal technical peers and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) developing requirements, implementing designs while working with customers and associated sub-contractors.

• Network Systems Engineers and Architects design, integrate, and operate secure, military communications networks over multiple domains. They deliver detailed network schematics, hardware selections, and software configurations that meet performance requirements.
• Network Systems Engineers and Architects maintain an advanced technical understanding of IP networks, routing protocols, and current products and networking technologies like routers, switches, firewalls, and encryption devices.
• They employ necessary tools and procedures to meet cyber-security requirements for sensitive/classified communications systems.
• They understand Agile development processes and associated tools.
• They understand and can implement solutions within a specific requirement space and budget.
• Our engineers operate as part of an integrated product team to configure, troubleshoot various networking devices, and network problems.
• Competencies should include various devices that use the network, including computers and servers that run operating systems like Windows and Linux, often on Hypervisors by VMware and Rancher, and container ecosystems.
• Candidate must be able to maintain an active U.S. Government DOD Top Secret Clearance

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related (Networking or Architectural Design) discipline with 9 years of experience; or 7 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree; minimum 13 years of relevant experience/education can be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.

• Professional certification specific to the networking industry such as CCNA/CCNP or equivalent.
• DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CISSP, or equivalent.
• Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection.
• Experience with IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
• Experience with network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE with understanding of Juniper Junos)
• Strong understanding of features and technologies like GRE, IPSEC, DMVPN, GetVPN, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, SD-WAN, VXLAN, and multicast.
• Strong understanding network security features like IP access-lists, stateful protocol inspections, and Next-Gen firewalls.
• Familiar with network…