Sr. Network/Systems Engineer

Job description

### About Us AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future. We are seeking an experienced **Sr. Network/Systems Engineer** to support the design, implementation, optimization, and troubleshooting of enterprise networking and hybrid infrastructure environments. **Responsibilities Include:** - Design, engineer, integrate, implement, test, maintain, review, and administer infrastructure, hardware, and software to manage network security and risk posture in alignment with the organization's security strategy. - Apply systems engineering principles throughout the systems engineering lifecycle to translate cyber objectives, technology trends, and environmental conditions into effective engineering solutions. - Configure cyber systems to meet user requirements, ensuring that they are properly aligned with security policies and standards. - Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts to address complex problems and provide innovative solutions in the cybersecurity domain. - Possess and apply a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and assignments, demonstrating expertise in multiple areas of cybersecurity and systems engineering. - Plan and lead major technology assignments, evaluating performance results and recommending significant changes to ensure project success and growth. - Serve as a technical expert across multiple project assignments, operating with substantial autonomy and providing mentorship or supervision to junior employees in technical competencies. - Stay up to date on market and technology trends to identify and implement best-of-breed solutions for clients. **Required Qualifications:** - Must have at least 8 years of relevant experience in network and systems engineering roles, demonstrating a deep understanding of networking technologies, security solutions, and system administration. - Bachelor's Degree in a related field. - Must possess and maintain a current DoD Top Secret Clearance. - Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification requirements and maintain at least one of the specified certifications (CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP). **Required Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:** - Familiarity with and understanding of Zero Trust Architecture principles and implementation strategies. This includes implementing least privilege access controls, continuous authentication, and micro-segmentation to enhance network security. Experience with Versa Networks is a plus, demonstrating familiarity with specific network technologies and solutions. - Strong familiarity with network security solutions, including intrusion detection systems (IDS), firewall configurations, and other security measures. - Proficiency in routing and switching technologies, particularly with Juniper and Cisco hardware. - Experience in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting wireless networks. - A solid grasp of networking fundamentals, including network functions, routing protocols, configuration mappings, and network drawings. - Experience with various networking protocols such as BGP, static routing, IP multicast, and VPN technologies. - Experience with MS Windows operating systems and Active Directory for system administration tasks. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Visio) for documentation and presentation purposes. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for presenting findings to Engineering Review Boards and effectively collaborating with team members. - Experience working in secure facilities, understanding high-side protocols, procedures, and security requirements. - This is a remote role within the United States, requiring travel to client sites, both within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS), as needed (approximately 15-25% travel). - Demonstrated ability to take initiative and lead projects independently. - Strong attention to detail for information gathering, analysis, troubleshooting, and presentation purposes. - Ability to interact effectively with team members while also being capable of working independently when necessary. The projected salary range for this position is $150,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications. **At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success.** Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally. - **26 Days Paid Leave:** Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it. - **Performance Bonuses:** Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact. - **401(k) with Match:** We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting. - **Financial Protection:** Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents. - **Health Benefits:** Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs. - **Parental Leave:** 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters. - **Military Differential Pay:** We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don’t take a financial hit while serving. - **Professional Growth:** Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right. - **Shared Success:** In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create. **At AGE, you’ll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.**