Senior Network Engineer - DoD

INNOVIM is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Job Closes: 3/31/25

The candidate will:

• Provide advice and training to end-users, and guide and inform senior leadership.
• Have a firm understanding of network architectures including Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, IPS, and internal and external routing to delegate tasks to network engineering team.
• Work directly with corresponding Team Leads, Project Managers, Network Engineers, and Network Architect for coordination of routine maintenance, break/fix repair, and planned changes; coordinating any down time with all appropriate leadership and stakeholders.
• Perform end-user support to internal teammates and tenants/performers alike, including but not limited to Layer 1-3 troubleshooting, physical fault isolati/on cabling, etc.
• Generate network design guidance in coordination with architects, SMEs, and system engineers; along with the installation/deployment, configuration, testing, compliance enforcement, and reporting on assets to include Cisco, CommVault, and Dell hardware, along with the associated software suites and those of VMware NSX/vCenter, Solarwinds, and other tools as necessary as well as assure and sustain the integrity and security of network infrastructure.
• Update documentation (network diagrams, rack diagrams, etc.) utilizing approved work vehicles and the change management process.
• Perform hardening and STIG checklist validation/verification for associated network infrastructure and virtual machines.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior/mid engineers to ensure their participation in experience-gathering day-to-day activities, and review work products and efforts during their development.

Basic Requirements:

• Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience: HS Diploma (or GED) and 16 years of general experience; Associate degree and 14 years of general experience, Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of general experience, or a Master’s degree and 10 years of general experience.
• Must have 8 years of experience in Directory Services (e.g. Windows 2000 AD, LDAP, DHCP); Operating Systems (e.g. UNIX, Windows, MS Exchange); Internet Protocols (e.g. DNS, HTTP, SMTP, SSL); Firewall configuration and troubleshooting; Multiple network types (i.e. LAN, WAN, VxLAN, SDN); and/or managing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Telecommunications infrastructures.
• Must have experience with VMware NSX and Cisco FirePower.
• Must have experience with hybrid (virtual and non-virtual) computing network requirements, design, implementation, and deployment.
• Must have experience with configuring, installing, testing, or troubleshooting of IT network systems primarily consisting of Cisco based LAN/WANs.
• Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time to CONUS locations.
• Must have, and maintain, a current CompTIA Security certification.
• Must have an active DoD Secret, or higher Security.

Desired Requirements:

• Have a CCNA/CCNP certification.
• Have experience working with NSA COMSEC devices and INE/HAIPE cryptographic equipment.
• Be familiar with/history of developing DODAF-compliant diagrams and documentation.

INNOVIM is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.