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Secret
$130,000 - $155,000
Unspecified
IT - Security
Ridgecrest, CA (On-Site/Office)
Now Hiring at AMERICAN SYSTEMS
Epsilon, Inc. has joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS! As one organization, we offer expanded resources, streamlined operations, and increased opportunities for growth and development.
Join us to be part of a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and customer success.
Responsibilities
An Average Day:
As the Network Engineer II you will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure within data centers, working under the guidance of senior engineers. You will have hands-on involvement in network operations, troubleshooting, and optimization in a CISCO environment. You will collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure secure and efficient network performance. You will also contribute to ongoing projects, including data center build-outs and upgrades, and maintain compliance with federal security standards. Additionally, inthis position you will:
Qualifications
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $155,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement
EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status
Epsilon, Inc. has joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS! As one organization, we offer expanded resources, streamlined operations, and increased opportunities for growth and development.
Join us to be part of a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to innovation and customer success.
Responsibilities
An Average Day:
As the Network Engineer II you will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure within data centers, working under the guidance of senior engineers. You will have hands-on involvement in network operations, troubleshooting, and optimization in a CISCO environment. You will collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure secure and efficient network performance. You will also contribute to ongoing projects, including data center build-outs and upgrades, and maintain compliance with federal security standards. Additionally, inthis position you will:
- Assist in the design and implementation of network infrastructure for data centers, ensuring secure and reliable operations.
- Support new data center build-outs, including equipment setup, configuration, and testing.
- Monitor network performance, identify issues, and execute troubleshooting procedures.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure network compliance with federal security requirements.
- Participate in maintaining network documentation, including configuration details and procedures.
- Work on routing, switching, and network optimization tasks within CISCO environments.
- Assist with the integration and deployment of network security measures, including firewalls and VPNs.
- Provide technical support to team members and escalate issues as necessary.
- Communicate effectively with team members to support project objectives and timelines.
- Travel may be required to support various domestic and international network operations and projects.
Qualifications
- As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C) , we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.
- Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility or have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
- Will be subject to a federal background investigation.
- 3+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on CISCO environments.
- Must hold a current 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP)
- Proficient in configuring and troubleshooting OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP routing protocols.
- Experience with VLAN configuration, spanning tree protocol (STP), and network segmentation.
- Skilled in using network monitoring and diagnostic tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds, or Cisco Prime.
- Familiarity with implementing and managing security protocols, including IPSec VPNs, access control lists (ACLs), and 802.1X authentication.
- Experience with Cisco IOS and NX-OS operating systems, including firmware upgrades and patch management.
- Knowledge of implementing Quality of Service (QoS) for traffic prioritization and performance optimization.
- Experience with network automation tools and scripting languages such as Python or Ansible for task automation.
- Ability to support the integration of firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) into the network infrastructure.
- Ability to work in a team environment and support senior engineers on complex tasks.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in network management.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- May be required to travel both domestically and internationally based on business needs, international travel will require a current US Passport.
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $155,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement
EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status
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