IT Network Engineer & Lab Support

Auria is looking to hire IT Network Engineer & Lab Support to join our Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program. This position will be based in Huntsville, AL.

The IT Network Engineer will join the Cyber and Platforms (CAP) information technology team, working alongside senior system administrators and government network subject matter experts. This role is designed for a career or journey-level professional who excels at network architecture, engineering, and troubleshooting to support crucial defense network environments.

Essential Functions

• Management and sustainment of network components to support the C2BMC's associated support networks
• Understanding and implementing network routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
• Applying basic knowledge of network testing using routers, switches, and firewalls
• Analyzing and troubleshooting TCP/IP behavior and network communications
• Creating presentations and network diagrams using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• An active Secret clearance is required to start
• 5 years' experience with a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related field; 3 years' experience with a master's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related field; or 9 years' experience in lieu of a degree
• Must have DoD 8140 certification at IAT - Level II or higher is required to start (Security , CCNA Security, CySA , GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)
• Must possess effective communication skills with proficiency in writing and presentation
• Familiarity with Domain Name Servers (DNS) and data encryption products
• Knowledgeable in network architecture, engineering, design, implementation, and testing
• Skilled in network traffic analysis and IP network troubleshooting
• Familiar with network communication products, including routers, switches, and firewalls
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior knowledge of the C2BMC networks or organization
• Knowledge, skill sets or experience using protocol analyzers/sniffers (e.g., Wireshark)
• Excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio drawing tools, willing to work collaboratively in a team environment with other highly motivated network engineers
• Experience in Network Management Systems (HP Network Node Manager or Solarwinds or NAS/SAN technologies (NetApp, or Gigastore)
• Certifications in the industry vendor Juniper or Cisco a plus
  
  
  

Salary Range:The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level ($99,000 - $113,000).

About Auria

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO and with operations in Boulder, CO, Washington, DC, Huntsville, AL, Albuquerque, NM, Ogden, UT, and San Diego, CA, our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers' superiority in Space. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

When you join Auria as a full-time employee, you get many benefits which include:

• Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases
• Flex time policy providing you the flexibility needed
• 11 Company-Paid Holidays per year
• Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested
• Tuition and Certification Fee Assistance
• Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And much more!
  
  

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.