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Parsons is looking for a talented Network Engineer to join our growing team!
Parsons experience in this highly demanding field will propel your career as you work alongside other network team members to design, implement, and maintain LAN and WAN solutions within a primarily Juniper and Palo Alto Network environment. We’re looking for an experienced network engineer that can design, test, deploy, document, and support hardware and network solutions.
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This role is onsite in Boulder Monday-Friday, regular business hours.
What You'll Be Doing:
Provide onsite Tier 1/2 network and hardware administration support in a primarily Red Hat/ESXi environment with Red Hat Identity Manager and a Juniper Network baseline
Monitor system for anomalies or issues requiring attention or escalation
Perform initial troubleshooting of system issues
Participate in developing and implementing design solutions to meet architectural requirements
Assist in the rack, stack, design, cabling, documentation, and testing of network, compute, and storage devices
Automate Juniper and Palo Alto network builds, configurations, and security hardening per STIG guidance
Conduct and analyze data captures to obtain network performance information
Analyze network configurations and provide deployment guidance to ensure that implementations are consistent with design specifications and best practices
Assist with network inventory tracking and management to support the network
Monitor vendor Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) for applicability to the environment and work with stakeholders to mitigate vulnerabilities
Test and document product features and functionality
Configure, implement, and test/troubleshoot crypto devices
Develop network and equipment operating procedures
Evaluating technical specifications for interoperability
Configure switches, routers and firewalls
Secures network systems by enforcing policies and defining and monitoring access
Provide solution guidance for tech refreshes and environment baseline builds
Engineer and implement security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks, and information
Provide support to security teams for RMF requirements
Occasional/infrequent after hours/weekend support may be required
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI within one year of hire
Product Knowledge or precise experience on one or more of the following: Juniper Product Lines, QFX Series Switches, EX Series Switches, MX Series Routers
Active Security+ Certification
3+ years of relevant experience
Experience with network troubleshooting tools such as but not limited to, Wireshark, Netflow, and SNMP based troubleshooting tools
Knowledge of JunOS, Cisco IOS, and NIOS
Experience with physical network hardware installation
Hands on experience in security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, authentication systems, log management, and content filtering
Experience with network security and networking technologies and with system, security, and network monitoring tools
Automation and scripting experience in support of automated network deployments (Ansible preferred)
Experience in a large-scale enterprise network environment spanning multiple data centers with high-availability requirements
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a larger team consisting of government and contractor team members
What Desired Skills You Might Bring:
Active TS/SCI
Strong understanding and experience with configuring and troubleshooting routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF
Strong understanding of EVPN/VXLAN technology
Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls
Experience with load balancers
Experience with integration and configuration of crypto devices
Experience with Ansible for automated network builds and security hardening
Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network automation tools
Experience with Juniper Apstra
Experience Juniper Security Director
Experience in a DOD IT enterprise preferred
Experience in enterprise or cloud-scale data center design engineering.
Experience with L2 switching and L3 routing protocols and technologies
Unix/Linux OS experience
CCNA
CCNP
CCIE
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
SecretThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range:
$96,400.00 - $168,700.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!We’re committed to delivering innovative infrastructure, defense and security solutions to enable a sustainable, safer, smarter and more connected world.
Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance.
Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future.
Parsons has contributed to major infrastructure projects in Canada since the 1940’s, helping to design and build many well-known landscapes across the country, including the Regina Bypass, Turcot Exchange, Kicking Horse Canyon, Olivier-Charbonneau Bridge, and the Edmonton Light Rail Transit. Our markets are diverse, including Bridge, Tunnel, Road and Highway, Aviation, Rail and Transit, Smart Vehicle Solutions, Smart Mobility, Integrated Delivery, Environmental Remediation, Mining and Reclamation, and Water/Wastewater, as well as serving numerous industrial clients. The Parsons’ signature stands out and our achievements have been recognized via numerous awards for innovation and quality, particularly in long-span bridges, complex brigles, and major road networks expansions. Our teams work across Canada in many provinces, including Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba, British Columbia, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Northern Territories and the Yukon.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
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Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.
Want to learn more about the benefits eligible for the Parsons’ location you are interested in? Connect with one of our recruiters for further detail.
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