Network Specialist IV

Ready to launch your career?  Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space!   RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets!  We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety.   

As an RGNext employee, you will join a team of smart, creative, and highly motivated employees who take pride in their work and in the mission and who enjoy developing, sustaining and delivering world class solutions!  If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World’s Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

This position is located on Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for maintaining classified and unclassified RTS range networks.
• Provide senior level troubleshooting of RTS range networks.
• Create technical solutions based on requirements and available resources.
• Provide engineering oversight to active projects and tasks.
• Provide tasking direction and support to others within the department.
• Attain a strong understanding of the RTS range and other assets involved in the execution of missions.
• Interface directly with internal and external mission entities during the planning and execution of missions.
• Review network configuration baselines to assure adherence with policy, accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Deploy and maintain all HAIPE type I encryptors within the RTS range networks.
• Perform and document periodic network performance testing.
• Audit and maintain active network documentation.
• Prepare reports, studies and research as requested.
• Provide assistance to other departments as needed.

Required Skills

• In depth experience architecting and troubleshooting Cisco network environments.
• Strong understanding and experience deploying multicast and QoS.
• Strong understanding and experience deploying 802.1x and PKI/X.509.
• Strong understanding and experience installing and configuring Palo Alto firewalls in a high-availability (HA) environment.
• Ability to support network automation through scripting (Python, Ansible, GitLab, etc).
• Excellent English verbal and writing skills, including report preparation.
• Excellent customer interaction skills.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Network Technology, Computer Science, or Information Systems Management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Eight or more years of professional experience designing, implementing, operating and troubleshooting Cisco based networks.
• In depth experience with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) software operations and policy lifecycle.
• Active CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) certification.
• Active Security+ or equivalent DoD Directive 8570.07-M qualifying certification.
• Experience with Cisco Prime Infrastructure and Solarwinds is strongly desired.
• Experience supporting DoD/military networks is strongly desired.
• Experience supporting RMF accreditations is strongly desired.
• Experience supporting HAIPE type I encryptors is strongly desired.

 Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Must be able to relocate to the United States Army Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. passport.
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. unassisted.

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth.  Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment. 

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.