Cape Henry Associates, Acquired by JANUS Research Group
Network Engineer - Augusta
Cape Henry Associates, Acquired by JANUS Research Group, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910
Candidate Requirements
Active Secret clearance is required. Verify before applying that you meet the minimum requirements of the position.
Position Summary The Regional Hub Node (RHN) Network Engineer is a key role within the Technical Management Division responsible for the design, planning, implementation, and maintenance of our enterprise-wide network infrastructure within the RHNs. The position requires a deep understanding of networking principles, protocols, and security best practices to ensure a secure, reliable, and high-performance network that supports our mission‑critical systems and services. The RHN is a non‑standard network system that demands strong analytical, creative problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills. The Network Engineer will work under the general direction of the Chief Engineer, owning the technical aspects of assigned projects and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the network.
Key Responsibilities
Network Design and Architecture:
Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure network solutions across the enterprise. This includes collaborating with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translating them into technical specifications.
Implementation and Configuration:
Implement, configure, and maintain network infrastructure components, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. This encompasses new deployments, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance.
Network Security:
Implement and enforce network security policies, procedures, and standards. This includes applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), managing firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPNs.
IOS Management:
Manage the lifecycle of Cisco IOS and other network operating systems, including testing new releases, deploying upgrades, and ensuring compatibility with existing infrastructure.
Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:
Provide Tier‑3 support for complex network issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions in a timely manner.
Documentation and Best Practices:
Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including network diagrams, configuration files, and standard operating procedures. Ensure adherence to industry best practices.
Project Leadership:
Lead and contribute to network‑related projects, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to ensure successful and on‑time delivery.
Capacity Planning and Performance Optimization:
Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement capacity planning and optimization strategies to ensure optimal performance for critical applications.
Strategic Planning Contribution:
Participate in high‑level enterprise architecture planning, evaluation, and integration discussions, contributing technical expertise to inform strategic network decisions.
Required Skills & Expertise
Routing Protocols: Expertise in OSPF and BGP, including advanced configuration (route redistribution, policy‑based routing, route summarization) and troubleshooting.
Multicast: Solid understanding and practical experience with Multicast routing protocols and technologies.
MPLS: Knowledge of MPLS technologies, including LDP, RSVP‑TE, and MPLS VPNs.
Quality of Service (QoS): Experience designing and implementing QoS policies to prioritize network traffic and ensure optimal performance for critical applications.
Layer 2 Protocols: Strong understanding of Spanning‑Tree Protocol (STP) and its variants (RSTP, MSTP), VLANs, and other Layer 2 technologies.
Layer 3 Protocols: Proficiency with Layer 3 protocols, including IP addressing, subnetting, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), and IPsec VPNs.
Network Security: Solid understanding of network security principles and best practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPNs.
General Networking Knowledge: Solid foundation in client/server environments, network‑wide file system design, and the OSI model.
Qualifications
Minimum 5+ years of experience in network engineering.
Minimum Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl) for network automation.
Benefits JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package that includes health and welfare plans, financial products, a referral bonus program, and various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program, which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™.
Reasonable Accommodation JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request by e‑mailing Judy Pagac, Chief Human Resources Officer, at judy.pagac@janusresearch.us or calling (706) 364‑9100. State your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e‑mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group.
E‑Verify JANUS Research Group participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E‑Verify link below for more information.
Equal Opportunity JANUS Research Group is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is company policy to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a) and 60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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Position Summary The Regional Hub Node (RHN) Network Engineer is a key role within the Technical Management Division responsible for the design, planning, implementation, and maintenance of our enterprise-wide network infrastructure within the RHNs. The position requires a deep understanding of networking principles, protocols, and security best practices to ensure a secure, reliable, and high-performance network that supports our mission‑critical systems and services. The RHN is a non‑standard network system that demands strong analytical, creative problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills. The Network Engineer will work under the general direction of the Chief Engineer, owning the technical aspects of assigned projects and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the network.
Key Responsibilities
Network Design and Architecture:
Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure network solutions across the enterprise. This includes collaborating with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translating them into technical specifications.
Implementation and Configuration:
Implement, configure, and maintain network infrastructure components, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. This encompasses new deployments, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance.
Network Security:
Implement and enforce network security policies, procedures, and standards. This includes applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), managing firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPNs.
IOS Management:
Manage the lifecycle of Cisco IOS and other network operating systems, including testing new releases, deploying upgrades, and ensuring compatibility with existing infrastructure.
Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution:
Provide Tier‑3 support for complex network issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions in a timely manner.
Documentation and Best Practices:
Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including network diagrams, configuration files, and standard operating procedures. Ensure adherence to industry best practices.
Project Leadership:
Lead and contribute to network‑related projects, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to ensure successful and on‑time delivery.
Capacity Planning and Performance Optimization:
Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement capacity planning and optimization strategies to ensure optimal performance for critical applications.
Strategic Planning Contribution:
Participate in high‑level enterprise architecture planning, evaluation, and integration discussions, contributing technical expertise to inform strategic network decisions.
Required Skills & Expertise
Routing Protocols: Expertise in OSPF and BGP, including advanced configuration (route redistribution, policy‑based routing, route summarization) and troubleshooting.
Multicast: Solid understanding and practical experience with Multicast routing protocols and technologies.
MPLS: Knowledge of MPLS technologies, including LDP, RSVP‑TE, and MPLS VPNs.
Quality of Service (QoS): Experience designing and implementing QoS policies to prioritize network traffic and ensure optimal performance for critical applications.
Layer 2 Protocols: Strong understanding of Spanning‑Tree Protocol (STP) and its variants (RSTP, MSTP), VLANs, and other Layer 2 technologies.
Layer 3 Protocols: Proficiency with Layer 3 protocols, including IP addressing, subnetting, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), and IPsec VPNs.
Network Security: Solid understanding of network security principles and best practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPNs.
General Networking Knowledge: Solid foundation in client/server environments, network‑wide file system design, and the OSI model.
Qualifications
Minimum 5+ years of experience in network engineering.
Minimum Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl) for network automation.
Benefits JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package that includes health and welfare plans, financial products, a referral bonus program, and various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program, which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™.
Reasonable Accommodation JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request by e‑mailing Judy Pagac, Chief Human Resources Officer, at judy.pagac@janusresearch.us or calling (706) 364‑9100. State your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e‑mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group.
E‑Verify JANUS Research Group participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E‑Verify link below for more information.
Equal Opportunity JANUS Research Group is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is company policy to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a) and 60‑741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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