Network System Engineer

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Network System Engineer to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in Scottsdale, AZ . An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Document network plans and designs, install components, and configure services to meet project requirements.
• Analyze network topologies, traffic, and capacity requirements for monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting during events.
• Between project execution events, and as part of the network team, responsible for operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of networks of varying classifications, including implementing security configurations, performing network diagnostics, identifying required corrective actions, and documenting changes in a clear and concise manner.
• Physically install devices in equipment racks and user workspaces.
• Position requires extensive work at a computer in an office environment with additional work possible in a raised floor computing environment.
• Position may require extensive travel to deployment sites in the U.S. and abroad

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Six (6) years of experience integrating and configuring switches, routers, firewalls, and gateways in data communications systems with IP version 4 and associated TCP and UDP protocols preferred.
• Possess experience in at least two (2) of the following topics with proven demonstrated experience within the past five (5) years:
  • One (1) year of experience as a computer systems manager/operator on Microsoft or LINUX-based computing environments, employing Windows Server 2012 (or newer), client Windows 7 (or newer), and LINUX operating systems;
  • One (1) year of experience managing and working on local area network (LAN) administration, operation, and architecture with a minimum of 30 client systems;
  • Specific working experience of management of a mixture of Windows and LINUX computing environments;
  • Must be familiar with virtualization techniques - simulating a hardware platform, operating system (OS), storage device, or network resources.
• Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle.
• Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas.
• Experienced in the art of negotiation with ability to meet challenging client requirements with win-win solutions.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for self and others.
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Enterprise Network Design/topology.
• High-speed network design and implementation.
• Juniper Networks Certified Administrator (JNCIA-Junos; JNCIP is preferred or Cisco CCNA certification; CCNP preferred).
• Proficiency with Juniper SRX-series of firewall devices.
• Maintenance of Network topology that utilizes Linux IDM/Windows Servers for DNS and Account Management, Juniper Firewalls, Arista Switches, and NAS/SAN storage.
• Familiarity with multicast and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, etc).
• Experience with vulnerability scanning, hardening, and resolution of findings.
• Written skills to include development and maintenance of documentation for network, system, operations, etc.
• Familiarity with public cloud computing networking and services, including AWS.
• Familiarity with VMware vSphere and virtual machines.
• Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system.

Full-Time Employee Compensation

• M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
• M9 Benefits -

Salary Range

$60,000-$180,000 USD

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal sub-contractor and we comply with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We also adhere to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equal opportunity for veterans and individuals with disabilities. Please click here to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to View email address on click.appcast.io. If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io


M9 Solutions is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents.


With 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diverse perspectives in driving the vision of the company.