IT Network Engineer at The Aerospace Corporation — Chantilly, VA

Job Summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a IT Network Engineer (IT Network Engineer Staff IV/V) responsible for architecting and implementing Enterprise LAN, WAN and Data Center network infrastructure in an all-Cisco environment. The Aerospace Corporation's enterprise networks span 24 sites with primary locations in El Segundo, CA; Chantilly, VA; and Colorado Springs, CO. This person will lead a team of highly skilled network engineers, firewall engineers, and network services engineers in support of the Corporate classified and unclassified networks.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at our location in Chantilly, VA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and implement high availability enterprise WAN links utilizing SDWAN technology (Cisco SDWAN/IWAN, Cisco ASR/ISR Routers, Cisco Firewalls) and dual WAN links (MPLS & Internet).
• Design and implement high availability, scalable data center networks based on Cisco SDN (ACI, Nexus Dashboard) technology.
• Develop secure network segments (enclaves, DMZs) using Cisco Firepower Firewalls, Cisco ASA Firewalls and other Cisco network security products.
• Perform setup, configuration and testing of network designs in our DevOps lab located in El Segundo.
• Coordinate with network staff on implementation tasks and schedule, meeting any specific deadlines as needed.
• Interface with user community to understand their internal and external connectivity needs and collaborate to develop design, implementation costs and annual operations costs.
• Assist in development of Network Services Department fiscal year budget requests for capital, overhead and maintenance.
• Track industry trends and maintain knowledge of new technologies.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for IT Network Engineer Staff IV:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field with 10 years of professional experience with all aspects of an enterprise CONUS network.
• This position requires a TS/ SCI clearance. This is issued by the US government and US citizenship is required
• Expertise in Cisco SDWAN/IWAN technology and network automation.
• Expert experience with Cisco ACI and Nexus Data Center switches.
• Extensive experience with firewall theory and configuration.
• Extensive experience with Cisco ASA and Firepower firewalls.
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center/DNA Center.
• Comp TIA Security+ CE or CISSP for DoD 8570 requirements.

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for IT Network Staff V include:

• 15 years of professional experience with all aspects of an enterprise CONUS network.
• Experience troubleshooting and configuration of KG-175F and other encryption devices.
• Experience working and troubleshooting EIGRP and BGP routed network deployments.

How You Can Stand Out

• 15 or more years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree
• Cisco CCIE/CCNP Enterprise certification
• Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers experience
• TS/SCI/SSBI clearance

(Min - Max)

$120,300.00 - $202,800.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

Equal Opportunity Commitment