Network Engineer II

Network Software Engineer LeadI2X Technologies is seeking a Network Software Engineer Lead to support ongoing activities for a customer at Scott AFB, IL. This position will be on-site and will require an active Secret clearance.Responsibilities include:Perform engineering tasks related to the design, implementation, and integration of network changes and sustainment of customer systems in a Wide Area Network environment.Conduct planning and performance of analytical research, design development, and other tasks to align with customer specifications.Control network systems to ensure 99% or better system uptime and connectivity.Ensure efficient delivery of contract capabilities using industry standards and repeatable processes.Mitigate risks, control costs and schedule variance, and effectively manage large scale, integrated projects.Perform a variety of analytical tasks which include hardware and software design and implementation.Qualifications include:Currently possess DoD 8750 certification at IAT level II, Security+ CE or equivalent to meet requirement.Experience analyzing VLAN, routing, IP addressing and sub-netting.Experience with Palo Alto firewalls, F5 appliances, and Splunk systems.Experience troubleshooting and configuring IP networks using at least one of the following routing methods: BGP, ISIS or OSPF, Static routing.Experience with either service provider or enterprise IP networks using an interface on Cisco (ESR and ASR) and/or Juniper routers.Experience with ports and protocols.Currently possess an active DoD Secret security clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Equally proficient in Juniper and Cisco configuration, troubleshooting, and design.Experience with Cisco IOS XR, JUNOS, and Cisco IOS codes.Pearl or other language scripting capable of running backup confits and other scripting to pull information from Cisco/Juniper routers.IPSEC configuration, troubleshooting, and design experience.MPLS configuration, troubleshooting, and design experience.IPV6 configuration, troubleshooting, and design experience.Security certification and/or knowledge of DDoS and other attack vectors experienced in today's networks.Crypto configuration, troubleshooting, and design experience.Layer 2/3 VPN and Firewall knowledge and experience.Physical cable plant and wiring experience.Certifications with major network system vendors such as Cisco are a strong plus.Excellent project, technical, interpersonal, presentation and problem management skills.Extensive network integration experience for a variety of network protocol standards.Ability to communicate orally, and in writing, detailed technical information on troubleshooting and implementation efforts.Familiarization of DOD regulations and directives.Required Education and Experience:Requires BS degree and 2-4 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience. (Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.)Essential Requirements:US Citizenship is required. Active Secret clearance.In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.