Sr. Network Engineer- Onsite in Huntsville, AL

Description: Our employees are the core of everything we do, and they are helping the future arrive. As a leading technology innovation company, our team of over 100,000 employees work with our partners around the world to bring the latest technology to our customers’ toughest challenges. Headquartered in Bethesda, MD, Lockheed Martin has employees based in all 50 states and more than 570 facilities that span 70 countries.

Lockheed Martin Enterprise Operations (EO) is actively seeking an experienced network engineering professional to support our Space business area classified programs located in our Huntsville, Alabama, US offices. Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to designing, installing, configuring, securing, hardening, remediating, troubleshooting, testing, upgrading and decommissioning of network switches, routers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryptors, physical cabling, protected distribution systems (PDS), data center planning & racking, identity services engine, and software defined networking. Coordinating with fellow network engineers, program managers, information technology staff, information assurance staff, and program engineers are an essential part of the day-to-day responsibilities that ensures a successful synergy between program deliverables and the underlying classified network infrastructure.

The selected candidate will be responsible for the ongoing operations, maintenance and continuous improvement of multiple classified regional, campus, building and program network environments. This network engineering professional will ensure that the Space networks and network systems are managed, controlled and compliant with the Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and the Risk Management Framework (RMF). If you are looking for a hands-on role with the flexibility to learn and apply a wide range of core technical capabilities, this position may be of interest to you. This is a non-telecommuting position that requires you to be on-site and includes some regional travel, off-shift work and occasional weekend activities.

What’s In It For You

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We Hear You, We See You. At LM Enterprise Operations we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At LM Enterprise Operations, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing whats right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DI.

Basic Qualifications:

• This position requires the ability to obtain a DOD Top Secret clearance, and maintain it throughout the life span of the position

• This position requires the ability to obtain a Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or III certification (i.e., Security, CASP, CISSP), and maintain it throughout the life span of the position

• US Citizenship required for access to the work facility

• Minimum of seven years’ experience Juniper Networks or Cisco networking equipment, operating system functions, and security hardening

• Must be an effective communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio drawing tools

• Motivated individual with the ability to learn and implement new technologies

• Ability to move, rack, stack and install physical equipment by lifting up to 30 lbs.

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor of Science degree from accredited University

• Active DOD Secret clearance (investigation within 5 years)

• Current DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II or III certification (i.e., Security, CASP, CISSP)

• Experience working with and troubleshooting of IGP routing protocols such as OSPF or EIGRP

• Experience working with L2 and L3 Multicast protocols

• Experience with MPLS L2VPNs

• Experience working with encryption technologies such as IPSec and MACSec

• Experience configuring and troubleshooting General Dynamics Taclanes

• Network administration experience supporting United States Government classified environments

• Experience in applying DISA STIGs and resolving security vulnerabilities

• Fundamental understanding of the OSI model

• Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, SMTP, NFS, DHCP, DNS, FTP, Telnet and SSH

• Demonstrated experience with Cisco switching technology, and port-channeling

• Knowledge, skill sets or experience using protocol analyzers/sniffers (e.g., Wireshark)

• Working knowledge of Cumulus Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux

• Experience with network monitoring protocols that include SNMP and NetFlow

• Currently have or ability to obtain CCNA/CCNP and Juniper Certifications

• Have interest in developing automation processes with tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Python, etc.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 4×10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin 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.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 – 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Information Technology

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First