Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company that provides high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients. We are looking for a talented and passionate
Senior Network Engineer (Level 2), who would support one of our clients located in the
Columbia, MD area.
CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As our Senior Network Engineer (Level 2), you'll be responsible for the configuration, deployment, and management of our customer’s next generation firewall solution in a 24 X 7 shop. Additionally you'll assist in monitoring, configuration changes, and software updates while working alongside our team of cybersecurity experts. Day-to-day responsibilities could include:
- Perform services to enable all aspects of the network to include maintenance, sustainment of existing networks, and identification/correction of complex internetwork issues.
- Install, configure and maintain McAfee version 7 & 8 Sidewinder Firewalls.
- Utilize your understanding of the operation of network protocols and Firewall packet and proxy filters; use your experience with Cisco ASA Firewalls and VPN configuration and developing secure network designs.
- Analyze and evaluate anomalous network and system activity.
- Evaluate and develop new security technology solutions.
- Assist in troubleshooting and problem solving a variety of security related network issues.
- Responsible for change control policy and procedures.
- Continually learn new Firewall technology and obtain new certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
- Utilize your understanding of DOD information assurance policy and regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- TS/SCI with Polygraph.
- Eight (8) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity are required.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional network engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
- Certifications: An IAT level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M is required. CCNP, or equivalent, certification or higher required. Both certifications are REQUIRED for this position.
- Experience with installation and configuration of any levels of network devices, such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper devices is a plus.
- Experience with change control policy and procedures.
- Ability to learn new Firewall technology and obtain new certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
- Understanding of DOD information assurance policy and regulations.
- Experience evaluating and developing new security technology solutions.
- Experience with installation, configuration, and maintenance of McAfee version 7 & 8 Sidewinder Firewalls.
- Experience with Cisco ASA Firewalls and VPN configuration.
- Understand the operation of network protocols and Firewall packet and proxy filters.
- Experience developing secure network designs.
STRATUM NETWORKS OVERVIEW
Stratum Networks is a rapidly growing information assurance and cybersecurity solutions company with expert knowledge of implementing secure infrastructure, providing security integration, development, assessment and training solutions. Our high-end network and security consulting to Department of Defense and Intelligence Community clients create robust, secure network infrastructure, policies, and procedures for local and global, terrestrial and satellite networks.
As leading experts in their fields, our certified and highly experienced network, software development, IT support and security professionals are able to provide the necessary design, implementation, and consulting services to meet the demanding requirements of mission-critical networks. To learn more, visit
www.stratumnet.com.