Network Engineer

  • Aurora, CO
  • Posted 24 days ago | Updated moments ago

Overview

On Site
USD 110,000.00 - 125,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Linux administration
Security clearance
Product development
Network engineering
Information Technology
Computer science
Computer engineering
Data flow
Professional development
Customer service
Career counseling
IT service management
Network
Oracle Application Express
Recruiting
Design
Servers
Storage
Computer hardware
Cloud computing
Backbone.js
Testing
Documentation
Business analytics
Science
Mathematics
Physics
Data
LAN
WAN
Management
VMware
Computer networking
Amazon Web Services
Scripting
Windows PowerShell
Python
Ruby
Bash
Project management
Insurance
Finance
Counseling
Training
Leadership
CompTIA
SAP BASIS
Law
Innovation
Collaboration

Job Details

Job#: 2030377

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is currently hiring for a Network Engineer on behalf of their client. Ideal candidates will have the experience below, please note only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Position: Network Engineer (2030377)

Security Clearance Required: Secret

Pay Rate Range: $110-125k/year

Duration: long-term contract

Location: On Site - Aurora, CO

Additional Details: role requires 50% travel between Schriever AFB (Colorado Springs, CO) and Vandenburg AFB (Santa Maria, CA)

Day to Day Responsibilities:
  • The qualified candidate will support the design, development, Integration, and maintenance of our modern infrastructure Network framework.
  • The environments are a mix of physical and virtualized servers, workstations, storage, networks, and custom hardware, providing the enterprise hybrid-cloud backbone for product development and testing for a large program producing a critical, strategic national asset.
  • This will include a mixture of hands-on keyboard Network Engineering work as well as documentation and baseline control.
  • The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have an engineering mindset, have the ability and willingness to troubleshoot complex network problems, seeking to understand virtualized design elements in a dynamic environment.

Required Skills and Experience:

Secret Security Clearance

Typically requires BS/BA Degree in Science, Technology Engineering Math (STEM) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Physics and minimum of 6 years of related work experience.

Experience with Data Center LAN and WAN design, implementation, diagnostics, performance, and management Ability to understand system data flows internal and external to the overall system boundary.

Experience with Linux system administration / VMware Experience with configuring cloud networking in AWS, security groups.

Hands on experience scripting skills (i.e. PowerShell, Python, Ruby, bash, etc.)

Submitted applicants must have the ability/flexibility to travel between Colorado Springs and Vandenberg AFB, CA 50% of the time.

Hours 8am-5pm

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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