Mid-Level Boundary Engineer – SSFB​/HSV

The Mid-Level Boundary Engineer supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

Location:
Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO or Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL
Relocation Assistance:
None available at this time
Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position
Clearance Type:
DoW Secret
Shift: Day Shift
Travel Required:
Up to 10% of the time

• Implement, and maintain network perimeter infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and other network devices.
• Configure and troubleshoot network routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
• Configure, and maintain firewall infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance and identify areas for improvement at the network edge.
• Troubleshoot network issues and provide timely resolution related to perimeter devices.
• Implement and maintain network security policies and procedures.
• Manage and maintain PKI infrastructure.
• Ensure network compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to support business applications and services.
• Document network configurations and procedures.

• Must have 2, or more, years of Boundary experience.
• Must have direct experience with the Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW)
• Must have direct experience operating Web Proxys
• Must have working experience AND an understanding of the OSI model and IP protocol stack.
• Must have experience working with network switching and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) as they pertain to Netscalers, Cisco, Citrix, and Firepower.
• Must have a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, etc.)
• Must have, or obtain, an active DoW Secret Security Clearance

• Have experience in assessing and documenting test or analysis data to show cyber security compliance
• Have experience working within the National Industrial Security Procedures and Operations Manual (NISPOM)
• Be familiar with Isolated Network security best practices
• Have a current CISSP certification or DoD 8570 IAT Level III Certification
• Have a current CCNA certifiation
• Be proficient in Authorization to Operate (ATO) under the Joint (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG)
  Have experience working in a Zero Trust Environment
• Strong Organizational and multitasking abilities
• Be able to effectively communicate with customers and other team members, both orally and in writing

This position is expected to pay $115,000 – $125,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

IDS is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.

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