Network Engineer; Onsite

Position: Network Engineer (Onsite)
** Date Posted:
**** Country:
** United States of America
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* Location:

** HIA
32:
Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA,  USA
** Position Role Type:
** Onsite
* * U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
** Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
** Security Clearance:
** DoD Clearance:
Secret Collins Aerospace is looking for a Sr. Network Engineer to join their team! The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for performing network support and system troubleshooting to maintain the integrity and availability of our systems. This position involves hands-on administration, implementation, and troubleshooting of enterprise network systems.
*** This position is based onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA.  
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* What YOU will do:

*** Implementing and managing switch, firewall, and router configurations.
* Utilizing scripting knowledge and experience with network technologies, services, operations, and associated security practices.
* Collaborating with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain strict security requirements.
* Responsibilities to Anticipate:
* Design, deploy, implement, modernize, and support scalable network solutions using industry best practices.
* Architect and develop network systems optimized for performance and scalability across multiple computing environments.
* Provide guidance on network resource allocation, utilization, and optimization.
* Troubleshoot network issues effectively, focusing on mitigation and prevention.
* Collaborate with Cybersecurity teams to maintain stringent security requirements.
* Weekend and after-hours support may be required as needed.
** Qualifications You Must Have:
*** Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience
** or
* * an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
* U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
* Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
* Must obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification within 3 months of start date.
* Current CCNA Networking Certification (CCNP preferred).
* A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with the following skills:
* Proven experience with security infrastructure products and capabilities.
* Ability to develop solutions and documentation for complex technical challenges.
* Experience with infrastructure backup, restore, disaster recovery, and business continuity products.
* Expertise in firewall implementation and network security.
** Qualifications We Prefer:
*** Current CCNP Networking Certification.
* Security+ Certification or equivalent or the ability to obtain it within 3 months.
* Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
* Experience with hardening systems using tools like SCAP and following STIGs.
* Knowledge of scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Fortify).
* Familiarity with identity management, access management, and authorization solutions (e.g., PKI, LDAP).
* Experience with Agile Development Methodologies (e.g., Scrum, SAFe).
* Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to solve technical problems both independently and within collaborative teams.
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* What We Offer:

** Some of our competitive benefits packages include:
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
* Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
* Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate. employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
* Tuition reimbursement program.
* Student Loan Repayment Program.
* Life insurance and disability coverage.
* Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection.
* Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
* Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
* Adoption Assistance.
* Autism Benefit.
* Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
* Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
* Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
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