Akima
Senior Cisco Network Engineer – TS/SCI Required
Akima, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814
The Senior Cisco Network Engineer is a pivotal role, providing operational knowledge and support to the Command-and-Control Support System (C2S2) networks. This role encompasses designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting an extensive network infrastructure, acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) across multiple enclaves with varying security classifications.
Responsibilities
Maintain, install, update, and secure network environments using a wide range of Cisco products, such as Cisco IOS, routers, Layer 2 switches, Access Layer switches, ISE, Firepower, and ACI.
Manage other critical network components like F5, Palo Alto, VMware NSX, SPLUNK, and ServiceNow.
Lead projects with minimal oversight, ensuring all network devices and applications are patched, secure, and operating efficiently.
Perform DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) validations, manage cable systems, and develop workflows for Cisco-based assets.
Utilize ACAS to monitor security postures and collaborate with developers to identify and develop necessary workflows within ServiceNow.
Configure and reconfigure network applications, maintain LAN/WAN environments, manage network security, and process IT service requests and trouble tickets.
Create and maintain detailed network diagrams and SOPs, manage the lifecycle of network devices, and provide comprehensive monthly status reports to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)-appointed Technical Assistant (TA).
Occasional after-hours and weekend work may be required to support both scheduled and unscheduled service outages.
Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance.
IAW DoD 8140.03-M, must meet the Intermediate Proficiency Level qualifications.
Must possess ONE of the following 8570 IAT-II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP.
Must have a current Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) certification.
Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
At least 5 years of DoD network engineering experience or 8 years total of network engineering experience.
Experience managing Cisco Routers and Switches, Cisco firewalls (Firepower), Cisco ACI, ISE, and Palo Alto firewalls.
Experience utilizing SPLUNK, ACAS, WhatsUpGold, and managing F5.
Experience supporting VMware NSX and significant experience using Microsoft Visio.
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
Must be able to carry 40 pounds due to installations.
Must be able to work occasional after-hours and weekend work as required to support both scheduled and unscheduled service outages.
Pay Range
$138,000 to $153,000
Benefits
The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Job ID : 2024-11220
Work Type : On-Site
Company Description
Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal system support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.
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Responsibilities
Maintain, install, update, and secure network environments using a wide range of Cisco products, such as Cisco IOS, routers, Layer 2 switches, Access Layer switches, ISE, Firepower, and ACI.
Manage other critical network components like F5, Palo Alto, VMware NSX, SPLUNK, and ServiceNow.
Lead projects with minimal oversight, ensuring all network devices and applications are patched, secure, and operating efficiently.
Perform DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) validations, manage cable systems, and develop workflows for Cisco-based assets.
Utilize ACAS to monitor security postures and collaborate with developers to identify and develop necessary workflows within ServiceNow.
Configure and reconfigure network applications, maintain LAN/WAN environments, manage network security, and process IT service requests and trouble tickets.
Create and maintain detailed network diagrams and SOPs, manage the lifecycle of network devices, and provide comprehensive monthly status reports to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)-appointed Technical Assistant (TA).
Occasional after-hours and weekend work may be required to support both scheduled and unscheduled service outages.
Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance.
IAW DoD 8140.03-M, must meet the Intermediate Proficiency Level qualifications.
Must possess ONE of the following 8570 IAT-II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP.
Must have a current Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) certification.
Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
At least 5 years of DoD network engineering experience or 8 years total of network engineering experience.
Experience managing Cisco Routers and Switches, Cisco firewalls (Firepower), Cisco ACI, ISE, and Palo Alto firewalls.
Experience utilizing SPLUNK, ACAS, WhatsUpGold, and managing F5.
Experience supporting VMware NSX and significant experience using Microsoft Visio.
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
Must be able to carry 40 pounds due to installations.
Must be able to work occasional after-hours and weekend work as required to support both scheduled and unscheduled service outages.
Pay Range
$138,000 to $153,000
Benefits
The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Job ID : 2024-11220
Work Type : On-Site
Company Description
Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal system support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.
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