Principal Network Architect

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented Network Architect to join our team in Boulder, CO. Successful applicants will bring deep experience with network engineering, a readiness to work hands-on keyboard to solve challenging network problems, a strong collaborative spirit, experience successfully mentoring junior team members, superior problem solving skills, a passion for security and data protection, and a clear focus on supporting customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy highly performant, secure data center networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN) as a member of product teams and corporate infrastructure teams
• Configure and install, routers, and other network devices
• Monitor key network indicators (e.g., network performance, device health, status, integrity, etc.)
• Resolve issues escalated by lower service desk tiers by troubleshooting deployed, cloud, and local infrastructure
• Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness
• Mentor team members on technical issues
• Create, oversee, and test security measures (e.g., access authentication and disaster recovery)
• Communicate with users to design and field optimal solutions
• Design and implement solutions to deliver superior network performance, capacity and scalability
• Maintain complete technical documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 8+ years of industry experience as a Network Engineer or Network Administrator
• Professional experience in data center network architecture and design using spine-leaf topology.
• CCIE (Data Center) or CCNP (CCIE highly preferred)
• Proficiency with network security principles, including monitoring, hardening, threat models, common vulnerabilities, and access control models
• In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF)
• Experience working with and troubleshooting OSI network layers for TCP/IP networks, via physical and software-based diagnostics and tools
• Experience planning, deploying, and troubleshooting WAN, firewalls, LAN, DNS, VLANs, static and dynamic IP addressing, remote and point to point VPNs in on premises, cloud and hybrid environments such as Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure
• Working knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SANs)
• Experience with Dell or legacy Brocade switches is a plus
• Experience configuring networks using a Fibre Channel Switch Fabric topology
• Familiarity with application layer network and firewall configuration in Linux and VMware systems
• Hands on experience with TACACS, Radius, authentication services and servers.
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds network tools, packet analyzers)
• Strong understanding of network operating systems (Cisco IOS preferred)
• Proficiency with Linux and Windows operating systems
• Sharp troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational and mentoring skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Candidates with meeting the following criteria will be preferred:

• At least 5 years of ongoing professional experience with Dell switches, servers and SAN
• Security+ certification
• At least 5 years of ongoing professional experience with network-attached storage (NAS) and/or Storage Area Network (SAN) configuration and maintenance
• An active DoD security clearance

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Benefits

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay

The pay range for this position is $145,000- $204,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Vet/Disabled.

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