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MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Network Services Team Lead

MIT Lincoln Laboratory, Lexington, Massachusetts, United States, 02173


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Date:

Sep 23, 2024

Location:Lexington, MA, US

Company:MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Position DescriptionThe Network Services Lead will demonstrate a strong understanding of all network technologies, with an emphasis on the Juniper platform, while supporting the Laboratory's enterprise classified networks with exemplary customer service.This individual will be responsible for the research and design of new network services and enhancements to existing services.The ideal candidate will have a solid background with subnetting, switching, routing, firewall configuration to include managing security zones to limit east/west traffic, configuring and managing TACLANEs and supporting VTC appliances; familiarity with Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) would be a bonus.This candidate will also possess a strong understanding of network automation and virtualization utilizing technologies such as Ansible and VMware NSX. Finally, preference will be given to candidates with experience supporting cloud infrastructure, ideally in classified environments but public experience would also be considered.As part of this role the individual will need to demonstrate proficiency applying STIGs and understanding how to use DISA's STIG Viewer to evaluate systems for STIG compliance.This position is 100% dedicated to supporting classified environments and is 100% on-site in Lexington, MANetwork Design and Engineering 90%Design, implement and maintain a secure, robust and fault tolerant network infrastructureMonitor and update configurations to maintain STIG compliancePerform code, software and firmware updates as needed to ensure network infrastructure is kept up to date with current versionsResearch, develop and implement automation to support the items noted above and enhance our network infrastructureIn collaboration with the CES infrastructure team, develop and execute a plan to integrate classified cloud services with our existing on-premise networksProvide project support to internal teams where expertise in classified networks is requiredProvide day-to-day guidance, mentoring and tasking to members of the CES Network Team

Network Support 10%Provide 1st tier support resolving Service Desk ticketsMaintain security documentation and network diagrams

This position is under general supervision of the Classified Enterprise Services Team Lead.This position will maintain frequent contact with internal department and/or Laboratory user community as well as external vendors to maintain communications related to problem resolution, systems upgrades, services and product research.Required Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a relevant field or the equivalent technical experience and certifications7+ years of experience with Juniper network hardware and Palo Alto firewalls5+ years of experience with General Dynamics type 1 encryptors and the GEMOne management software2+ years of experience with network automation (preferably with Ansible) and cloud network integration (preferably classified cloud)Expert knowledge of Juniper network technology solutionsExpert knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP and BGP protocolsStrong understanding of DoD networks and STIG security controlsSecurity+ certification or the ability to obtain within 6 monthsDemonstrated ability to learn new technologies and disciplines quicklyAbility to work independently toward delivery of goals as well as collaborate in team effortsStrong foundational skills in organizing and managing technical projectsExcellent customer service skills (verbal and written)

MINIMUM ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE HIGHLY PREFERRED OR HAS HAD A CLEARANCE IN THE PASTPreferredExperience with the Command Cyber Readiness Inspection (CCRI) process and maintaining an inspection ready environmentThis position requires and individual with excellent communication (both oral and writing) and organizational skills. The individual must be able to work in a fast-paced environment at times with minimal supervision and execute operations, project and administrative tasks with a high degree of quality, while following existing processes and establishing new operational procedures and best practices where necessary. Additionally, the position requires the ability to work with members of other teams and staff to accomplish department and organizational goals.10+ years of experience with Juniper network hardware and Palo Alto firewallsOccasional off-hour/on-call support is necessary. A certain degree of flexibility of schedule is required as some work (planned/unplanned) must be done outside of major production hours during pre-scheduled maintenance windows

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plansMIT-funded pensionMatching 401KPaid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programsMentorship programsA range of work-life balance options... and much more!

Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage ofother voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.Requisition ID:

41022#LI-RS1

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