Network Engineer (TS/SCI with Poly) {A} at AMERGINT Technologies Inc

Posted in General Business 20 days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Danbury, Connecticut





Job Description:

Position Overview (Summary/Objective):

ARKA is looking for a Network Engineer with SEC- TS/SCI and Full Scope Polygraph to join our team. In this important role, you will be designing and implementing network system and security components including firewalls, switches, routers and cryptographic devices for a variety of projects, programs and customers for which ARKA provides cutting-edge solutions.

This position can be based out of any ARKA sites including: Danbury, CT, Aurora, CO, Colorado Springs, CO, or King of Prussia, PA. Travel up to 50% required .

Responsibilities:


  • Work with our customers to help solve their problems by designing and implementing network system components that support a variety of projects and
  • Work with ARKA Systems Engineers, Program Managers and Project Engineers to interpret requirements from customers and architect solutions to meet their needs
  • Perform installation, network connection and configuration tasks for network and cryptographic devices
  • Determine what standard security policies are required and implement those policies as necessary
  • Perform test and verification activities to ensure network equipment is functioning per requirements and perform troubleshooting and anomaly resolution as needed
  • Design, scope, and implement technical solutions that scale across ARKA business areas and products
  • Understand that as a representative of ARKA internally and externally, your decisions and actions will have far-reaching impact
  • Explore and integrate new technologies, transitioning operations from traditional administration and deployment to infrastructure as application leveraging automation/configuration management technologies.
  • Daily maintenance/administration of multiple production systems
  • Assists with Back‐ups and recovery
  • Configuration and maintenance of the monitoring system
  • Occasional work after hours or weekends at our co‐location facility
  • 25%-50% travel

Basic Qualifications:


  • Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field preferred; SEC- TS/SCI and Full Scope Polygraph required
  • 10 years of experience designing and implementing network solutions
  • Experience with Cisco network devices, NX-OS, Cisco IOS and Cisco ISE
  • Experience with Palo Alto
  • Experience working with customers to define solutions, including receiving, interpreting, and understanding user requirements
  • Experience managing and delivering a customer solution that meets a set of requirements
  • CCNA Routing and Switching
  • Passionate about fostering good engineering practices and processes
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills with an eye for detail and thoroughness
  • Demonstrated technical ownership in a project-based work environment
  • COMPTIA Security
  • SEC- TS/SCI and Full Scope Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Experience with cryptographic device procurement activities, provisioning, and deployment
  • Experience with Juniper network devices
  • CCNP Routing and Switching
  • Experience with telemetry and satellite communications

Locations: This position is available at any of the following sites.

This position can be based out of ARKA's nature abundant Aurora, CO campus. Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport.

This position can also be based out of ARKA's Colorado Springs, CO campus. If you like city life, but also enjoy the great outdoors, Colorado Springs is the place for you. The city rests at the base of Pikes Peak. The 14,115-foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trains, museums, parks, a zoo and more. With a mild climate and plenty of sunshine, the Springs boasts some of the state's best recreation opportunities. The city is also known for its robust high-tech and sports industries. We are home to the U.S. Air Force Academy and four military bases and with the Olympic Training Center and dozens of sports federations nearby, it's common to spot world-class athletes around town.

The position can also be located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We're close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities - great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

This position can also be located at our King of Prussia, PA campus. Situated less than an hour outside of Philadelphia and hosting the largest mall on the east coast, King of Prussia offers the urban feel sought in the city, while also giving opportunities to experience the beauty and history found only in Pennsylvania.

This position can also be located on site at Ypsilanti, Michigan. Ypsilanti is artistic, genuine, and original. A college town and city located on the Huron River in Washtenaw County. Ypsilanti is all about community and making families new to the area feel right at home. From educational opportunities and local museums for all ages, to accessible healthcare and transportation it's a wonderful location. It's well known for its historical museums, parks, and historic districts as well as home to Eastern Michigan University. The University of Michigan and Michigan State University also are great institutions! Ann Arbor is close by and has many things, including a bustling university town, culinary hotspot, and a tech hub with a walkable downtown that includes world-class arts and culture. Located in southeast Michigan's Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor lies at the center of a greater collection of communities in Washtenaw County. With so many thriving communities nearby, Ann Arbor has become a cultural melting pot and urban oasis.

What We Offer:


  • Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages.
  • Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts.
  • 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions.
  • 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events.
  • 13 paid holidays.
  • Continuing education benefit up to $25,000/year for approved programs.
  • Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance.
  • Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance.
  • 4 weeks paid Parental Leave.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP).

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires an active US Government Security Clearance.

Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.





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