Senior/Senior Network Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-11
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer, Network Security, Network Engineer
Network Engineer Opportunity
Sci Tec, a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor, is seeking a talented Network Engineer to join our team in Boulder, CO. We deliver advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. Our work includes developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to support missile defense, intelligence, surveillance, space domain awareness, and aircraft survivability missions.
Sci Tec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.
Responsibilities include:
- Design and deploy highly performant, secure data center networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN)
- Configure and install routers and other network devices
- Monitor key network indicators
- Resolve issues by troubleshooting deployed, cloud, and local infrastructure
- Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness
- Mentor team members on technical issues
- Create, oversee, and test security measures
- Communicate with users to design and field optimal solutions
- Design and implement solutions to deliver superior network performance, capacity, and scalability
- Maintain complete technical documentation
- Other duties as assigned
Required experience includes:
- 6+ years of industry experience as a Network Engineer or Network Administrator
- Professional experience in data center network support and administration using spine-leaf topology
- Proficiency with network security principles
- In-depth understanding of communication protocols and routing protocols
- Experience working with and troubleshooting OSI network layers for TCP/IP networks
- Planning, deploying, and troubleshooting WAN, firewalls, LAN, DNS, VLANs, static and dynamic IP addressing, remote and point to point VPNs in on premises, cloud, and hybrid environments
- Working knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SANs)
- Experience with Dell or legacy Brocade switches is a plus
- Experience configuring networks using a Fibre Channel Switch Fabric topology is a plus
- Familiarity with application layer network and firewall configuration in Linux and VMware systems
- Hands on experience with TACACS, Radius, authentication services and servers
- Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools
- Strong understanding of network operating systems (Cisco IOS preferred)
- Proficiency with Linux and Windows operating systems
- Sharp troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent organizational and mentoring skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Candidates meeting the following criteria will be preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
- At least 4 years of ongoing professional experience with Dell switches, servers, and SAN
- CCIE (Data Center) or CCNP Certification
- CompTIA Security+ certification
- At least 4 years of ongoing professional experience with network-attached storage (NAS) and/or Storage Area Network (SAN) configuration and maintenance
- An active DoD security clearance
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Sci Tec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
- 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
- 80% company paid Dental insurance
- 100% company paid Vision insurance
- 100% company paid Life insurance
- 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
- Short-term Disability insurance
- Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
The pay range for this position is $145,000- $204,000 / year. Sci Tec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.
Sci Tec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Vet/Disabled.
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