Computer Network Architect - Journeyman

Position Summary

MAG Aerospace is seeking to hire a Computer Network Architect to support operations with WOLF (Webster Outlying Field) in St. Inigoes, Maryland.

A Computer Network Architect (Journeyman) is responsible for providing network engineering expertise for Integrated Systems Networks (ISN) by maintaining and operating the components needed for enterprise connectivity, functionality, and security that enable business and mission systems. This role ensures reliable, compliant, and high-performance connectivity across cloud, corporate, and secure environments.

• U.S. Citizenship and TS/SCI Clearance Required

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Core Technical Skills

• Routing & Switching:
  • Solid understanding of BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, hot and cold sites, Cloud, and on prem network infrastructure characteristics, drawbacks, and benefits.
• Deep Troubleshooting:
  • Moving beyond simple fixes to methodical troubleshooting
  • Chasing VLANs, finding persistent MACs
  • Identifying issues with routing protocols
  • Understanding and troubleshooting application issues that may or may not be caused by network failure.
• Infrastructure
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • L2 Ethernet:
    • VXLAN, OTV, Spanning tree, and understanding the basic fundamentals of switching and aggregation
  • L3 routing:
    • Knowledge of IBGP, EBGP, EIGRP, RIP, and OSPF
    • Working experience with service provider routers
    • Working knowledge of IKE, IKEv2, IPSEC and MACSEC.
• Security & Cloud:
  • Knowledge of firewalls, security appliances, VPNs, and integration with cloud connectivity.
  • Understanding of CSFC and the differentiation between the connectivity packages
• Automation:
  • Basic Python scripting and Ansible to automate routine tasks.

Operational & Soft Skills

• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Strong, effective communication and proficiency with documentation
• Team collaboration
• Adaptability and continuous learning
• Customer service oriented
• Time management and prioritization
• Ability to function as part of a team
• Ability to articulate and document steps that have been taken to resolve or troubleshoot enterprise network issues

Experience

• 4-8+ years of experience in network engineering, infrastructure engineering, or cloud networking
• Experience designing and operating enterprise network architectures across hybrid environments
• Hands‑on experience with cloud networking
• Experience supporting geographically distributed organizations with multiple sites and remote users
• Experience working in regulated environments

Technical Skills

• Experience with Network technologies: routing, switching, VPN, SD-WAN, firewall configuration
• Experience with Cloud networking:
  Azure virtual networks, Express Route, private endpoints
• Experience with Security:
  Zero Trust architecture, segmentation, encryption standards
• Experience with Monitoring and troubleshooting tools for network performance and availability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting SCIF or secure facility network environments
• Familiarity with CSfC and Type One encryption methods
• Attained industry recognized certifications such as CCNP, CCNA or some subset of those certifications (Cisco routing and switching, for example).

Security & Compliance Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required
• TS/SCI Clearance

Travel Requirements

• CONUS/OCONUS up to 75%

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Government or customer site-specific requirements may include, but are not limited to, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status, except in circumstances where a candidate is legally entitled to an accommodation.

MAG Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply to our positions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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