Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, Colorado

HX5 is an award‑winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast‑growing veteran‑ and woman‑owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

• Provide advice and training to end‑users, and guide and inform senior leadership.
• Have a firm understanding of network architectures including Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, IPS, and internal and external routing to delegate tasks to network engineering team.
• Work directly with corresponding Team Leads, Project Managers, Network Engineers, and Network Architect for coordination of routine maintenance, break/fix repair, and planned changes, coordinating any downtime with all appropriate leadership and stakeholders.
• Perform end‑user support to internal teammates and tenants/performers alike, including but not limited to Layer 1‑3 troubleshooting, physical fault isolation cabling, etc.
• Generate network design guidance in coordination with architects, SMEs, and system engineers; along with the installation/deployment, configuration, testing, compliance enforcement, and reporting on MDSEA assets to include Cisco, Gigamon, and Riverbed hardware, along with the associated software suites and those of VMware NSX/vCenter, Solar Winds, and other tools as necessary as well as assure and sustain the integrity and security of network infrastructure.
• Update documentation (network diagrams, rack diagrams, etc.) utilizing approved work vehicles and the change management process.
• Perform hardening and STIG checklist validation/verification for associated network infrastructure and virtual machines.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior/mid engineers to ensure their participation in experience‑gathering day‑to‑day activities, and review work products and efforts during their development.

• Must have 10, or more, years of general (full‑time) work experience
  • May be reduced with completion of advanced education
• Must have 5, or more, years of directly related Network Engineering experience that includes:
  Directory Services (e.g. Windows 2000+ AD, LDAP, DHCP);
  Operating Systems (e.g. UNIX, Windows, MS Exchange);
  Internet Protocols (e.g. DNS, HTTP, SMTP, SSL);
  Firewall configuration and troubleshooting;
  Multiple network types (i.e. LAN, WAN, VxLAN, SD); and/or managing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Telecommunications infrastructures.
• Must have 1, or more, years of experience working in a management or leadership role.
• Must have experience with VMware NSX and Cisco Fire Power.
• Must have experience with hybrid (virtual and non‑virtual) computing network requirements, design, implementation, and deployment.
• Must have experience with configuring, installing, testing, or troubleshooting of IT network systems primarily consisting of Cisco based LAN/WANs.
• Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time to CONUS locations.
• Must have, and maintain, a current CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Must have an active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility.

• Have a CCNA/CCNP certification
• Have experience working with NSA COMSEC devices and INE/HAIPE cryptographic equipment
• Be familiar with/history of developing DODAF‑compliant diagrams and documentation

This position is expected to pay $130,000 – $140,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain the required level clearance by date of hire.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

• Relocation Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362‑6551.