Senior Network Architect

1 month ago


Boulder, Colorado, United States SciTec Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join our team at SciTec. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering, with experience in designing and deploying functional networks, configuring and installing software, servers, routers, and other network devices.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring key network indicators, resolving issues escalated by lower service desk tiers, and automating tasks and monitoring their effectiveness. Additionally, they will mentor team members on technical issues, create and oversee security measures, and communicate with users to design and field optimal solutions.

The role requires a strong understanding of network security principles, including monitoring, hardening, threat models, common vulnerabilities, and access control models. The candidate should also have experience working with and troubleshooting OSI network layers for TCP/IP networks, via physical and software-based diagnostics and tools.

We are looking for a candidate with a strong collaborative spirit, experience successfully mentoring junior team members, superior problem-solving skills, a passion for security and data protection, and a clear focus on supporting customer needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN)
  • Configure and install software, servers, routers, and other network devices
  • Monitor key network indicators (e.g., network performance, device health, status, integrity, etc.)
  • Resolve issues escalated by lower service desk tiers by troubleshooting deployed, cloud, and local infrastructure
  • Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness
  • Mentor team members on technical issues
  • Create, oversee, and test security measures (e.g., access authentication and disaster recovery)
  • Communicate with users to design and field optimal solutions
  • Design and implement solutions to deliver superior network performance, capacity, and scalability
  • Maintain complete technical documentation
Requirements
  • 7+ years of industry experience as a Network Engineer or Network Administrator
  • Professional certifications demonstrating Network Engineering competencies (e.g., CCNP, CCDP, Aruba professional)
  • Work background in network administration and architecture
  • Proficiency with network security principles, including monitoring, hardening, threat models, common vulnerabilities, and access control models
  • In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF)
  • Experience working with and troubleshooting OSI network layers for TCP/IP networks, via physical and software-based diagnostics and tools
  • Experience planning, deploying, and troubleshooting WAN, firewalls, LAN, DNS, VLANs, static and dynamic IP addressing, remote and point-to-point VPNs in on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments such as Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure
  • Working knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SANs)
  • Experience configuring networks using a Fibre Channel Switched Fabric topology
  • Familiarity with application layer network and firewall configuration in Linux and VMware systems
  • Hands-on experience with TACACS, Radius, authentication services, and servers
  • Knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g., Python, Perl)
  • Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds network tools)
  • Strong understanding of network operating systems (JUNOS, Cisco IOS)
  • Proficiency with Linux and Windows operating systems
  • Sharp troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Excellent organizational and mentoring skills
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
  • Demonstrated attention to detail
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • At least 1 year of ongoing professional experience with Dell switches, servers, and SAN
  • At least 1 year of ongoing professional experience using VMWare vSphere and vCenter
  • Security+ certification
  • At least 1 year of ongoing professional experience with network-attached storage (NAS) and/or Storage Area Network (SAN) configuration and maintenance
  • At least 1 year of ongoing professional experience with Git / GitLab / Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment
  • At least 1 year of ongoing professional experience with Container platforms, networking, and security
  • An active DoD security clearance

We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required)
  • 100% company-paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
  • 80% company-paid Dental insurance
  • 100% company-paid Vision insurance
  • 100% company-paid Life insurance
  • 100% company-paid Long-term Disability insurance
  • Short-term Disability insurance
  • Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Discretionary Performance Bonus
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
  • Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $125,000-$166,000/year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.


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