Job Description

Driven by Innovation and built on Trust, rockITdata is a unique SDVOSB services company that partners with leading commercial healthcare/life sciences organizations on cutting edge innovations - think AI, automation and data transformation. We then bring those commercially tested solutions to government entities to deliver predictable, measurable impact for the American taxpayer and consumer.

rockITdata is looking for a Network Engineer that will be responsible for managing the configuration, installation and on-going support of the Network Infrastructure which includes PaloAlto firewalls, Cisco CSR devices as well as Networking in cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). The candidate for this position should have extensive hands-on technical skills designing and deploying various network technologies in cloud platforms. The scope of this position includes network design, implementation, and support for all components within cloud platforms. This position will need to be adept at monitoring the ongoing operation of the network and identifying potential issues and corrective actions as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• In-Depth knowledge and hands-on experience with major cloud platforms (GCP, OCI, Azure and AWS).
• Comprehensive knowledge of cloud security best practices and ability to implement security measures within cloud networks.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, BGP.
• Strong understanding of Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) and subnets to meet the organization’s performance and security requirements.
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and virtual networking concepts.
• Experience with identity and access management (IAM) in cloud environments.
• Experience with installation of various network devices and services (e.g., routers, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS).
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations for any third-party network devices in cloud platforms.
• Work with the existing network administrators and engineers to manage, deploy, and troubleshoot firewalls, routers, VPN concentrators, and Network Access Control in cloud platforms.
• Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning.
• Provide Level-2/3 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.

Required Skills:

• BS and 5+ of Enterprise Network Engineering experience (LAYER 2 and 3)- (4 years experience in lieu of degree).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust requiring U.S. Citizenship.
• Participation in 24/7 on-call rotation is required for this role.
• Hands on experience in GCP and OCI Cloud environments.
• Experience with cloud or on-prem devices such as Cisco and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Working technical knowledge of TCP/IP networks and standards (IEEE 802.1).
• Working knowledge of DoD STIGs, and IA Vulnerability Management (IAVM).
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of TCP/IP network technologies; DNS, DHCP, TFTP, NAT, and SSL.
• Must have experience with EKS Cluster.
• Experience with Terraform is must.
• Need to have experience with AWS Security group deployment using Terraform.
• Must Have Experience with Transit Gateway, AWS Routing and AWS Load balancers.
• Experience with resolving complex network issues and troubleshooting using packet captures.

Desired:

• 7+ years’ experience managing network environment.
• Azure Fundamentals.
• PaloAlto Networks Certifies Network Security Engineer (PCNSE).

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Here at rockITdata, we are committed to following our 10 Guiding Principles.
Our Guiding Principles define our culture. They’re who we are, how we work, and what inspires us to be the best. We empower our people to be themselves and encourage an entrepreneurial way of thinking. In our challenging, fast-paced environment, no day is the same.

Know the Why.

Value People Above All Else.

Transparency to a Fault.

Progress, Not Perfection.

Be Good by Doing Good.

Smart People Can Disagree.

Bend but Don’t Break.

Represent Your Brand.

Think Differently.

Be Amazing, Be Fearless, Smile, Have Fun!

Interested in joining something unique? Join us on our rockIT ship as we begin to blast off to the next chapter in our organization!

rockITdata has become aware of a recruitment scam where unauthorized individuals are impersonating rockITdata recruiters, issuing fake job offers, and attempting to setup payment for the job seeker’s new hire costs. No one is ever required to complete any monetary transactions before starting employment with rockITdata. Legitimate rockITdata communications only come from @rockitdata.com email addresses and our official Applicant Tracking system, JazzHR (@applytojob.com email addresses). Please refer to our official Careers page at to accurately submit your application with us. You may also verify any suspicious communication by contacting our recruitment team directly through our official email, dreamjob@rockitdata.com.

rockITdata is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in all employment practices and decisions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status or any characteristic protected by Federal, state, or local law.

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