Job#: 3012589 Job Description: Apex Systems is hiring for a
Network Applications Engineer role to be based in
Lithicum Heights, MD This will be an
onsite position and require OCONUS travel (up to 60% of the time / short notice sometimes). Must have an active CCNA certification OR be able to successfully pass the CCNA certification within 6 months of the start date. As a Secure Enterprise Engineer you will be responsible for customer support and consulting via telephone, email and in person, software verification testing, sales support, training, and technical writing initiatives for client's Network Systems products. This will be focused on our family of encryption solutions.
The day-to-day- Assist with overseeing lab operations, including the setup and configuration of ancillary networking devices, such as routers, switch and firewalls
- Prepare and ship equipment to customers or between client facilities
- Collaborate with development engineers and program leadership for product improvements
- Support technical pre/post-sales activities, as well as technical review of product documentation
- Liase with our customer community through requirements discussions, leading training courses, providing demonstrations, and resolve chronic issues.
- Perform analysis in testing and proposing new features and offerings for client customers
What you'll need- 2+ years' experience in network operations, implementation or Engineering experience
- Experience troubleshooting technical Network issues
- Proven experience with IP networking and related fundamentals
- Demonstrated understanding of the OSI model, ethernet operation, static and dynamic routing (RIP, OSPF and EIGRP) and tunneling (VPN, GRE)
- Demonstrated experience using network sniffers or trace tools (Wireshark, NetScout, etc.), traffic generators (IXIA/SPIRENT), network management applications and similar test equipment
- Demonstrated proficiency at technical writing and documentation review
- Previous experience with COMSEC handling and requirements
- Strong presentation and communication skills to convey technical and non-technical information to audiences
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
- US government position. ship required
- Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
- Ability to travel between 25%-50% both domestically and internationally
- Must be capable of acquiring CCNA within first six months of employment
What will help you on the job- 5+ years' network operations, implementation, and engineering experience
- Active CCNA, CCNP
- Knowledge of network management protocols such as SNMP or RESTconf APIs.
- Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
- Working knowledge of Cloud Service Provider operations.
- Experience with Linux / UNIX, Windows applications, VMware, enterprise-class device management tools, and/or various software automation scripting or programming languages such as Python, JSON, TCL, and MATLAB
- Familiarity with network security test tools and scanners ranging from nmap, Retina, NessQualys, Metasploit, CANVAS, Burp Suite, Zed Attack Proxy and Core Impact.
- Ethical Hacking Class/certificate (e.g., GWAPT/GPEN/GAWN/GXPN/OSCP) or equivalent experience doing penetration testing
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. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
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.
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