Network Virtualization Engineer

Minimum Clearance Required

Responsibilities

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government.  Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country.  We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states.  Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

In this role the candidate will serve as a Network Virtualization Engineer and Developer supporting network build out and deployments to the operational environment as necessary. The candidate will work within an agile scrum team and plan work based on customer requirements and program contractual agreements.

Responsibilities:

Candidate will be a primary Network Virtualization Engineer supporting the Program. 

Candidate will be responsible for planning, deploying, integrating, and testing upgrades to the network to operational sites. 

Candidate will be responsible for traveling to remote locations to lead and perform network installations, independently perform troubleshooting, and provide status updates to Program personnel.

Any other required tasks by the program.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree with 5 or more years of experience or a Master of Science Degree with 3 years of experience. Degrees must be in a relevant field of study.
• Must have an 8570 Compliant Certification at the IAT Level II, such as Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc.
• Must have a Secret Clearance
• The position requires a government security clearance (DoD Secret – minimum, Top Secret - desired); you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
• Must have experience with VMware (vCenter), ESX servers, NetApp NAS/SAN, Windows servers and SQL servers.
• Must have an in-depth understanding of the OSI Model, TCP/IP, routing protocols, network traffic analysis, diagnostic and troubleshooting experience.
• Must have Microsoft Windows server and Redhat server experience with multi-user applications.
• Must have VMware server installation, configuration, management performance monitoring and tuning of virtual machines ESXi servers.
• Must have experience with development of the tool in addition to common usage.
• Must have virtual machine troubleshooting and performance issues.
• Must have experience creating VM deployment templates and automated deployments.
• Must have an understanding of Network Attached Storage, specifically NetApp FAS series.
• Must have Storage Area Network experience with high availability and performance for virtualization.
• Must be an effective communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio drawing tools.
• Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment with other highly motivated network engineers as well as independently on large field projects.
• Must have experience using the Agile Framework or experience applying Agile fundamentals in engineer-focused work.
• Understanding of standard DOD security practices such as, STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts.

Desired:

Top Secret Clearance

Authentication & encryption methods/capabilities (ACS, Active Directory, GEM-X) 

Virtualization technologies such a VMware vCenter and vSphere

Familiarity with Networking 

Prior Program experience

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

I2X Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected Veteran status, or disability status.

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.

I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.