Aquila Technology
Network Engineer
Clearance Level:
Musthave an
Active Clearance
(Secret) in order to be considered for this position due to the nature of the work being done.
MUST BE US CITIZEN At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage. About the Role: Aquila Technology is seeking a
Network Engineer
to join our team in supporting one of the country’s premier defense research organizations. The Network Engineer will assist in maintenance and evolution of the airborne network wireless testbed. Integrate new devices and networks into the testbed. Maintain configuration control of the test bed network and oversee several secure components of the test infrastructure There are a few requirements for the position: Must be a U.S Citizen-
Must have an Active Secret Clearance
(Green Cards / Visas do not qualify) Willingness to undergo a comprehensive background investigation and maintain a personal security clearance. (Aquila would sponsor you for the security clearance.) Must be within 100 miles of worksite
(Lexington, MA) Description: Responsible for building and maintaining the day-to-day operation of computer networks that companies and organizations rely on. These networks typically include an intranet, extranet, local area network (LAN), and wide area network (WAN). Designs and plans network systems. Designing and developing the network for both LAN and WAN. Design, configure and deploy LAN and WAN network connections, hardware, software and communication links and services. Performing disaster recovery operations and data backups when required.Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. Provides specific, detailed information for technology selection, implementation, and deployment, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements. Conducts testing of network systems. Maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, switches, firewalls, proxies, load balancing, etc. Prepares appropriate network documentation, including operational instructions. Evaluates and reports on new network technologies, to enhance capabilities of the network. May require knowledge of network topography for cloud integration. May implement applications of machine to machine (M2M) communication to enhance the efficiency and security of the organizations operations.
Must Have: Bachelor's Degree 10 years Ability to work with internal teams (developers, administrators, IT security and data personnel) Currently holds a Secret Clearance (OR a higher clearance) 5 years STIG Compliance 10 years Configuration and Management of CISCO, Juniper and Extreme Hardware 10 years Design and Architecture Complex Networks 10 years Experience setting up IP network encryption devices 10 years Experience with Layer 2 networking protocols (e.g. VLAN) 10 years Experience with Layer 3 networking protocols (e.g. OSPF, BGP) 10 years Network Architecture 10 years Networking Applications and Protocols: TCP/IP, DNS, NTP, DHCP, SSH, FTP and HTTP/S. 10 years Networking experience (routers/switches/firewalls/servers) 10 years Network Systems Analysis 10 years Optimization of Distribution Networks 10 years Troubleshoot and Resolve Complex Networking Issues 10 years Vulnerability Assessments 5 years Programming Languages (Java, JavaScript, Python) 5 years Network and Cloud Computing Security 10 years of experience in the field of Network Engineering. Strong Verbal and Written Communication Work Successfully in a Team Environment 10 years Hands-on experience with Linux and Windows operating systems in cloud environments Nice to Have: Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification Required Skills: Proficiency with Layer 2 networking protocols (e.g. VLAN) Proficiency with Layer 3 networking protocols (e.g. OSPF, BGP) Familiarity with Layer 4 ports and protocols (e.g. TCP/IP) Experience with network security; to include documenting network security and filing for policy exceptions Experience with STIG compliance Programming languages: Python, Go, Java Toolset proficiency: EXSi, Microsoft Visio, EMACS Has experience setting up IP network encryption devices and has experience designing and maintaining networks using DoD tactical wireless radios. Experience configuring and maintaining DoD tactical radio systems: Iridium, INMARSAT (swift64), PRC-117G, AirCell, 5G Wi-Fi, Tactical Common Data Link, QNT Proficiency in both Microsoft and Linux environments Strong written and verbal skills Ability to work on a team A Cisco Certified Network Associate who has completed the Cisco Internet working Course or equivalent experience configuring and maintaining commercial network infrastructure. Applicant must have served as an ISSO for a complex system or similar experience for more than 5 years, A BS in Computer Science or related field plus 5 years of experience or greater than Nice to have:
Willingness to participate in flight test activity; to include ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Class 3 Flight Physical Familiarity with data dashboard development, with preference for Node-RED, or similar Familiarity with network encryption and/or encryptors Familiarity with OpenStreetMap Familiarity with instrumentation, to include analog-to-digital system integration Our interview process is designed to let you get to know us as much as for us to get to know you!
You’ll meet with someone from our Recruiting team so we can learn more about you and answer some of your questions. You’ll meet with the Hiring Manager to learn more about the team, and the role, and get to tell us more about what you’d bring to the team You’ll meet team members who will be your peers to help you get a feel for a “real day in the life” at Self.
Benefits and Perks:
Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.
Our Perks Include: PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment Tuition & Training Reimbursement - 5K annually for pre-approved, job-related tuition, certification, or professional conferences 401K with Fidelity 100% immediate vesting; Plan eligibility begins 90 days following the date of hire. Aquila matches 50 cents on the dollar, up to 6%. Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) Allowance Reimbursed up to $1500 for the purchase of a qualified technology device. Eligible after 90 days of employment, and benefit renews every three years. Clearance Level:
Candidates should have an
active clearance (secret/top secret, etc.)
in order to be considered for this position due to the nature of the work being done. Do not apply if you do not meet this requirement.
MUST BE US CITIZEN
Location:
This candidate will work in a
hybrid model; 4 days onsite each week.
There will be test cycles that require this person to be onsite 100% of the time during the testing.
Interview Process:
The 1st round interview will be a Zoom with the hiring manager. The 2nd round interview will be a Zoom with additional team members as needed. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Musthave an
Active Clearance
(Secret) in order to be considered for this position due to the nature of the work being done.
MUST BE US CITIZEN At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage. About the Role: Aquila Technology is seeking a
Network Engineer
to join our team in supporting one of the country’s premier defense research organizations. The Network Engineer will assist in maintenance and evolution of the airborne network wireless testbed. Integrate new devices and networks into the testbed. Maintain configuration control of the test bed network and oversee several secure components of the test infrastructure There are a few requirements for the position: Must be a U.S Citizen-
Must have an Active Secret Clearance
(Green Cards / Visas do not qualify) Willingness to undergo a comprehensive background investigation and maintain a personal security clearance. (Aquila would sponsor you for the security clearance.) Must be within 100 miles of worksite
(Lexington, MA) Description: Responsible for building and maintaining the day-to-day operation of computer networks that companies and organizations rely on. These networks typically include an intranet, extranet, local area network (LAN), and wide area network (WAN). Designs and plans network systems. Designing and developing the network for both LAN and WAN. Design, configure and deploy LAN and WAN network connections, hardware, software and communication links and services. Performing disaster recovery operations and data backups when required.Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture. Provides specific, detailed information for technology selection, implementation, and deployment, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements. Conducts testing of network systems. Maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, switches, firewalls, proxies, load balancing, etc. Prepares appropriate network documentation, including operational instructions. Evaluates and reports on new network technologies, to enhance capabilities of the network. May require knowledge of network topography for cloud integration. May implement applications of machine to machine (M2M) communication to enhance the efficiency and security of the organizations operations.
Must Have: Bachelor's Degree 10 years Ability to work with internal teams (developers, administrators, IT security and data personnel) Currently holds a Secret Clearance (OR a higher clearance) 5 years STIG Compliance 10 years Configuration and Management of CISCO, Juniper and Extreme Hardware 10 years Design and Architecture Complex Networks 10 years Experience setting up IP network encryption devices 10 years Experience with Layer 2 networking protocols (e.g. VLAN) 10 years Experience with Layer 3 networking protocols (e.g. OSPF, BGP) 10 years Network Architecture 10 years Networking Applications and Protocols: TCP/IP, DNS, NTP, DHCP, SSH, FTP and HTTP/S. 10 years Networking experience (routers/switches/firewalls/servers) 10 years Network Systems Analysis 10 years Optimization of Distribution Networks 10 years Troubleshoot and Resolve Complex Networking Issues 10 years Vulnerability Assessments 5 years Programming Languages (Java, JavaScript, Python) 5 years Network and Cloud Computing Security 10 years of experience in the field of Network Engineering. Strong Verbal and Written Communication Work Successfully in a Team Environment 10 years Hands-on experience with Linux and Windows operating systems in cloud environments Nice to Have: Cisco Certified Network Associate Certification Required Skills: Proficiency with Layer 2 networking protocols (e.g. VLAN) Proficiency with Layer 3 networking protocols (e.g. OSPF, BGP) Familiarity with Layer 4 ports and protocols (e.g. TCP/IP) Experience with network security; to include documenting network security and filing for policy exceptions Experience with STIG compliance Programming languages: Python, Go, Java Toolset proficiency: EXSi, Microsoft Visio, EMACS Has experience setting up IP network encryption devices and has experience designing and maintaining networks using DoD tactical wireless radios. Experience configuring and maintaining DoD tactical radio systems: Iridium, INMARSAT (swift64), PRC-117G, AirCell, 5G Wi-Fi, Tactical Common Data Link, QNT Proficiency in both Microsoft and Linux environments Strong written and verbal skills Ability to work on a team A Cisco Certified Network Associate who has completed the Cisco Internet working Course or equivalent experience configuring and maintaining commercial network infrastructure. Applicant must have served as an ISSO for a complex system or similar experience for more than 5 years, A BS in Computer Science or related field plus 5 years of experience or greater than Nice to have:
Willingness to participate in flight test activity; to include ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Class 3 Flight Physical Familiarity with data dashboard development, with preference for Node-RED, or similar Familiarity with network encryption and/or encryptors Familiarity with OpenStreetMap Familiarity with instrumentation, to include analog-to-digital system integration Our interview process is designed to let you get to know us as much as for us to get to know you!
You’ll meet with someone from our Recruiting team so we can learn more about you and answer some of your questions. You’ll meet with the Hiring Manager to learn more about the team, and the role, and get to tell us more about what you’d bring to the team You’ll meet team members who will be your peers to help you get a feel for a “real day in the life” at Self.
Benefits and Perks:
Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.
Our Perks Include: PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment Tuition & Training Reimbursement - 5K annually for pre-approved, job-related tuition, certification, or professional conferences 401K with Fidelity 100% immediate vesting; Plan eligibility begins 90 days following the date of hire. Aquila matches 50 cents on the dollar, up to 6%. Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) Allowance Reimbursed up to $1500 for the purchase of a qualified technology device. Eligible after 90 days of employment, and benefit renews every three years. Clearance Level:
Candidates should have an
active clearance (secret/top secret, etc.)
in order to be considered for this position due to the nature of the work being done. Do not apply if you do not meet this requirement.
MUST BE US CITIZEN
Location:
This candidate will work in a
hybrid model; 4 days onsite each week.
There will be test cycles that require this person to be onsite 100% of the time during the testing.
Interview Process:
The 1st round interview will be a Zoom with the hiring manager. The 2nd round interview will be a Zoom with additional team members as needed. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.