Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Ten years of experience in network engineering
DoD 8570 Level II/III certification desired
Active Security Clearance Required
Strong communication and organizational skills
Responsibilities
Design and maintain classified and unclassified network infrastructure
Upgrade network configurations for modeling and simulation requirements
Configure and manage network services such as VLANs and DNS
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues
Maintain detailed network documentation
Support IT modernization and technology refresh projects
Conduct testing of network systems and evaluate new technologies
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a secure military environment
Engagement in cutting-edge technology and research operations
Focus on career development with continued training and certification options
Challenging projects that enhance technical skills
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Full Job Description
Network Engineer (Senior)
Redstone Arsenal/Huntsville, AL
IPTA is seeking a Networking Engineer for network and system administration, integration enhancements, and the operational and preventative maintenance of the AvMC classified and unclassified infrastructure. The ideal candidate will ensure the network environment remains secure, reliable, scalable, and compliant with AvMC and Army requirements. This role requires a hands-on engineer who can design, implement, troubleshoot, and sustain complex network environments while supporting dynamic research and test operations.
Responsibilities:
Design, configure, implement, upgrade, and maintain classified and unclassified network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, and virtual networking components
Upgrade network configurations to support evolving modeling, simulation, and test requirements
Configure and maintain VLANs, routing, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, NTP, and network segmentation
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity, latency, and configuration issues
Maintain network documentation including diagrams, configurations, and baselines
Assist with IT modernization and technology refresh initiatives
Perform configuration, preventative maintenance, fault isolation of local/remote LAN equipment, and telecommunications circuitry.
Duties may include providing specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture; providing information for hardware and software selection; and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements
Plan implementation of enhancements and upgrades to the classified and unclassified networks
Conduct testing of network systems and associated devices
Evaluate and report on new network technologies to enhance capabilities of the network
Conduct audit of equipment and production systems and create appropriate reports
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Great communication and organizational skills
Ten (10) years of prior experience in a similar role
