Space Ground System Solutions, Inc. is hiring: Jr. Network Engineer in Welcome
Space Ground System Solutions, Inc., Welcome, MN, United States
Space Ground System Solutions (SGSS), a Parsons Corporation company, is seeking a full-time Network Engineer to join our team at the Blossom Point Tracking Facility in Welcome, Maryland. In this role, you will support the Naval Research Laboratory in advancing the National Security Space mission by contributing to the expansion of cloud-based infrastructure. This position focuses on ensuring the stability, integrity, and performance of data, wireless, and voice network services. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in planning, designing, and developing both local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across an enterprise environment.
Job Responsibilities
Maintain and manage network (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto) firewalls, routers, switches, LANs, WANs, site-to-site VPNs, remote-access VPNs and wireless networks as required
Assess the current state of network architecture and identify areas for improvement
Develop, design, implement, document, communicate, and oversee architecture and design products for new network capabilities, in partnership with software and systems engineers, to be procured and implemented at SGSS corporate and customer locations
Assist in program engineering, including enterprise configuration management, risk management, trade assessments, procurement decisions, and the development of training and documentation to sustain new network capabilities
Respond to tickets (SlackJira) and provide Tier 3 while tracking and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades. Adopt and implement architectural best practices and frameworks to include the enhanced security measures to protect the network infrastructure from cyber threats and vulnerabilities
Required Skills and Qualifications
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within 18 months of hire
Minimum of 2 years professional experience as a Network Engineer
2+ years responsibility in network solutions engineering
2+ years of experience designing, implementing, managing and supporting enterprise level IP networks that include support of a heterogeneous distributed desktop computing environment
2+ years' Network Engineering Design/Architecture, Operational, and Support experience in Data Center network environments
2+ years of experience with networking in service providers and/or enterprises to include 802.11 / Wi-Fi wireless
Understanding in the configuration, troubleshooting and operation of technologies and protocols commonly implemented in Data Center networks
Experience with network monitoring and analysis software
Experience with testing tools and procedures for voice and data circuits
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
Active Secret clearance, with ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Familiarity with specific tools: Gitlab, Ansible, Terraform, OpenStack, AWS GovCloud, RedHat Enterprise Virtualization
Familiarity with CI/CD and tooling for CM, build, deployment, and code quality around C++ and Python
AWS Certifications
DoD 8750 certification at IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+; Cloud+, CASP+), will be required to attain and maintain as part of the job
Benefits
ALL benefits fully funded , for your entire family
this includes Medical/Dental/Vision/Group Life/STD/LTD - no employee premiums
SGSS funded HSA (Health Savings Account) provided
with SGSS funding the maximum amount allowed by the IRS
Retirement Savings Plan (RSP/401k) with a 20% annual company contribution - no employee contribution required
Space Ground Systems Solutions (SGSS), a wholly owned subsidiary under the Parsons Corporation, is passionate about making our nation the undisputed leader in Space because we understand that ensuring our security for future generations depends on it. We have emerged as a leader in the development of cutting‑edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. Do you want to be part of a team that is helping the government solve major national security challenges in the space domain? We need your help.
SGSS believes in taking care of their employees by offering:
Apply now to work for a company that truly believes YOU are the key to OUR success . . . Come BE the difference.
Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.
SGSS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
If the offer is accepted for this position the candidate would be required to successfully complete drug screen and background check. If this position requires a government clearance, the applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for accessing classified information.
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Job Responsibilities
Maintain and manage network (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto) firewalls, routers, switches, LANs, WANs, site-to-site VPNs, remote-access VPNs and wireless networks as required
Assess the current state of network architecture and identify areas for improvement
Develop, design, implement, document, communicate, and oversee architecture and design products for new network capabilities, in partnership with software and systems engineers, to be procured and implemented at SGSS corporate and customer locations
Assist in program engineering, including enterprise configuration management, risk management, trade assessments, procurement decisions, and the development of training and documentation to sustain new network capabilities
Respond to tickets (SlackJira) and provide Tier 3 while tracking and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades. Adopt and implement architectural best practices and frameworks to include the enhanced security measures to protect the network infrastructure from cyber threats and vulnerabilities
Required Skills and Qualifications
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a TS/SCI clearance within 18 months of hire
Minimum of 2 years professional experience as a Network Engineer
2+ years responsibility in network solutions engineering
2+ years of experience designing, implementing, managing and supporting enterprise level IP networks that include support of a heterogeneous distributed desktop computing environment
2+ years' Network Engineering Design/Architecture, Operational, and Support experience in Data Center network environments
2+ years of experience with networking in service providers and/or enterprises to include 802.11 / Wi-Fi wireless
Understanding in the configuration, troubleshooting and operation of technologies and protocols commonly implemented in Data Center networks
Experience with network monitoring and analysis software
Experience with testing tools and procedures for voice and data circuits
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
Active Secret clearance, with ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Familiarity with specific tools: Gitlab, Ansible, Terraform, OpenStack, AWS GovCloud, RedHat Enterprise Virtualization
Familiarity with CI/CD and tooling for CM, build, deployment, and code quality around C++ and Python
AWS Certifications
DoD 8750 certification at IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+; Cloud+, CASP+), will be required to attain and maintain as part of the job
Benefits
ALL benefits fully funded , for your entire family
this includes Medical/Dental/Vision/Group Life/STD/LTD - no employee premiums
SGSS funded HSA (Health Savings Account) provided
with SGSS funding the maximum amount allowed by the IRS
Retirement Savings Plan (RSP/401k) with a 20% annual company contribution - no employee contribution required
Space Ground Systems Solutions (SGSS), a wholly owned subsidiary under the Parsons Corporation, is passionate about making our nation the undisputed leader in Space because we understand that ensuring our security for future generations depends on it. We have emerged as a leader in the development of cutting‑edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. Do you want to be part of a team that is helping the government solve major national security challenges in the space domain? We need your help.
SGSS believes in taking care of their employees by offering:
Apply now to work for a company that truly believes YOU are the key to OUR success . . . Come BE the difference.
Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.
SGSS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
If the offer is accepted for this position the candidate would be required to successfully complete drug screen and background check. If this position requires a government clearance, the applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for accessing classified information.
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