Network Engineer

Crossflow Technologies•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

The TASD contract is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to configure, maintain, patch, STIG, troubleshoot, and install network-related hardware, including HP Aruba network switches. The successful candidate will also support engineering new networking solutions. The role involves working with the Cyber Security team to perform STIG checks, address deficiencies, remediate findings, and harden systems. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, or 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience configuring and maintaining networking hardware such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible.
Security+ with Continuing Education (CE), or an equivalent certification under DoD 8570.01-M.
Active Secret clearance required to start.
Ability to lift at least 35 lbs.
Ability to evaluate system and network configurations for compliance with DISA STIGs.
Experience implementing advanced network security hardening techniques, including Out-of-Band Management (OOBM) isolation, Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) segmentation, and Control-Plane Policing (CoPP).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks and work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to create and work within schedules and timelines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with DoD STIGs.
Experience with network simulation tools such as GNS3 or EVE-NG.
Experience with Aruba CX OS.
Experience with hardware-based firewalls.
Experience with virtualization technology such as VMware.
Experience working with vendors to expedite installations and repairs and ensure maximum uptime.
Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
Familiarity with Agile, SAFe, and DevSecOps concepts.

Responsibilities

Configure, maintain, patch, STIG, troubleshoot, and install network-related hardware, including HP Aruba network switches.
Support the engineering of new networking solutions.
Work with the Cyber Security team to perform STIG checks, address deficiencies, remediate findings, and harden systems.
Evaluate system and network configurations for compliance with DISA STIGs.
Use advanced network security hardening techniques, including OOBM isolation, VRF segmentation, and CoPP.
Create and work within schedules and timelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage, including health coverage choices with an HSA.
Crossflow Kudos spot bonus program.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for benefit-eligible employees.
Higher education assistance for benefit-eligible employees.
Paid federal holidays and PTO for full-time employees, with a flexible leave policy and limited carryover.
Paid parental leave.
Paid bereavement leave.
Professional development funding.
Monthly team bonding activities and employee-driven community engagement.
Mentorship program and morale lunches.