Senior Network Engineer - Military veterans preferred

OVERVIEW:

VAE, Inc. is a full service IT Infrastructure Solutions Company focused on building, securing and supporting our clients’ mission critical enterprises. We provide a distinctive array of design, integration and implementation services as well as fully managed service offerings. VAE is at the forefront of leveraging multi-tenant capable technologies and shared IT services to create secure, reliable and cost-effective end-to-end services and solutions. We deliver exceptional infrastructure solutions with extremely talented employees using a client-focused partnering approach.

At VAE, Inc., we design, deploy, and maintain cutting-edge enterprise IT solutions for mission-critical environments. We’re looking for a self-starter who thrives both independently and in collaborative teams, can navigate a fast-paced deployment environment, and is eager to grow their technical expertise while delivering results.

JOB TYPE: Full-time

LOCATION: Washington, DC, US (Primary)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

At VAE, Inc., we design, deploy, and maintain cutting-edge enterprise IT solutions for mission-critical environments. We’re looking for a self-starter who thrives both independently and in collaborative teams, can navigate a fast-paced deployment environment, and is eager to grow their technical expertise while delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain complex enterprise information systems and networks to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, and network issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and update physical systems, virtual environments, networking solutions, and system documentation.
• Lead or contribute to the design and deployment of enhancements to systems and architectures.
• Perform root-cause analysis on operational or performance issues and develop long-term solutions.
• Ensure systems meet DoD STIGs and security compliance requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant IT/network engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in TCP/IP, IPv4, and network troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper devices.
• Knowledge of Access Control Lists (ACLs) and network security best practices.
• Experience with Windows Server and Linux distributions (e.g., RedHat).
• Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware ESXi.
• Familiarity with implementing DoD STIGs.
• Proficient in DNS/DHCP administration and system monitoring.
• Must be able to work onsite in Washington, DC (5 days a week).
• Active Secret Clearance.
• 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ or equivalent).

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills

• CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, or JNCIP certification.
• Event log and intrusion analysis.
• WSUS administration and vulnerability scanning (e.g., Nessus).
• Scripting skills in PowerShell, Batch, Ansible, or Chef.

Why Join Us?

• Work on mission-critical systems in a secure, enterprise-level environment.
• Collaborate with a team of seasoned engineers dedicated to innovation and problem-solving.
• Opportunity to expand your skills across network, systems, and security domains.

CLEARANCE LEVEL: Secret

CERTIFICATIONS: IAT II- Security+ or equivalent

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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