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Chugach Government Solutions is hiring: NETWORK ENGINEER in Anchorage

Chugach Government Solutions
Anchorage, AK Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/9/2025

Content Summary : NETWORK ENGINEER at Anchorage, for Chugach Government Solutions About Us

When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.

The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. Our focus is to support facility maintenance, IT / technical services, construction and education. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields – each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.

At CGS, empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!

If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences – then Chugach Government Solutions may be the right fit for you!

Job Overview

CGS is seeking a Network Engineer to join our Digital Solutions team. We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with extensive experience in Juniper equipment, SD-WAN technologies, and FortiGate firewalls to design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot our complex network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of Juniper routing and switching platforms, security, network management tools, SD-WAN technologies, and FortiGate firewall configuration and management. They will also demonstrate a strong understanding of network protocols, advanced security best practices, and troubleshooting methodologies.

Work Model : Hybrid

Locations : Anchorage, AK; Huntsville, AL; Reston, VA.

  • SkillBridge participants encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Essential Job Duties & Functions :

  • Network Design and Implementation :
  • Collaborate with the IT team to design and implement robust, scalable network solutions that meet the organization's current and future needs, with a primary focus on Juniper equipment and SD-WAN technologies.
  • Provide proposals and feedback to Digital Solutions leadership on network engineering and architecture matters.
  • Collaborate with CGS staff to plan, implement, and support on-site operations at contract sites.
  • Monitor and maintain network performance to ensure high availability and reliability.
  • Security
  • Implement and maintain robust network security measures, including FortiGate firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems, etc.
  • Participate in Vulnerability Management program to protect the organization's data and systems from unauthorized access, attacks, and breaches.
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats and implement appropriate countermeasures.
  • Ensure that network communication systems maintain compliance with NIST 800-171 requirements.
  • SD-WAN
  • Design, implement, and manage SD-WAN solutions to optimize network performance, improve application delivery, and reduce costs.
  • Documentation
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
  • Technology Evaluation
  • Stay abreast of the latest networking technologies and trends, evaluating new solutions for potential adoption within the organization, with a focus on SD-WAN, cybersecurity advancements, and FortiGate firewall features.
  • Job Requirements

    Mandatory :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or similar level of professional experience.
  • 5 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on Juniper equipment, SD-WAN technologies, and FortiGate firewalls
  • DoD 8140 - (441) Advanced certification or ability to attain one within 90 days of hire (ex. CCNA, CASP, GCED).
  • In-depth knowledge of Juniper routing and switching platforms, security, network management tools (Mist AI), SD-WAN technologies, and FortiGate firewall configuration and management. Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP / IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.), advanced security best practices, and troubleshooting methodologies. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid state Driver’s license with acceptable driving record. US Citizen or permanent resident.
  • Reasonable Accommodation :

    CGS will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any if its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com

    Equal Employment Opportunity :

    Chugach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

    Essential Job Duties & Functions :

  • Network Design and Implementation :
  • Collaborate with the IT team to design and implement robust, scalable network solutions that meet the organization's current and future needs, with a primary focus on Juniper equipment and SD-WAN technologies.
  • Provide proposals and feedback to Digital Solutions leadership on network engineering and architecture matters.
  • Collaborate with CGS staff to plan, implement, and support on-site operations at contract sites.
  • Monitor and maintain network performance to ensure high availability and reliability.
  • Security
  • Implement and maintain robust network security measures, including FortiGate firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems, etc.
  • Participate in Vulnerability Management program to protect the organization's data and systems from unauthorized access, attacks, and breaches.
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats and implement appropriate countermeasures.
  • Ensure that network communication systems maintain compliance with NIST 800-171 requirements.
  • SD-WAN
  • Design, implement, and manage SD-WAN solutions to optimize network performance, improve application delivery, and reduce costs.
  • Documentation
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
  • Technology Evaluation
  • Stay abreast of the latest networking technologies and trends, evaluating new solutions for potential adoption within the organization, with a focus on SD-WAN, cybersecurity advancements, and FortiGate firewall features.
  • CGS is seeking a Network Engineer to join our Digital Solutions team. We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with extensive experience in Juniper equipment, SD-WAN technologies, and FortiGate firewalls to design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot our complex network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of Juniper routing and switching platforms, security, network management tools, SD-WAN technologies, and FortiGate firewall configuration and management. They will also demonstrate a strong understanding of network protocols, advanced security best practices, and troubleshooting methodologies.

    Work Model : Hybrid

    Locations : Anchorage, AK; Huntsville, AL; Reston, VA.

  • SkillBridge participants encouraged to apply
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