Senior Network & Systems Engineer – Satellite Ground Systems

Job Description

#### About the job Senior Network \& Systems Engineer -- Satellite Ground Systems

\*\* Federal Project - Applicant must be a United States Citizen \*\*

**Description**
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This role supports the design, operation, and optimization of secure enterprise networks that underpin satellite and ground-based data systems. The position combines deep hands-on networking expertise with Linux system administration and limited automation to ensure resilient, high-performance mission environments.

**Responsibilities**
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* Operate and maintain secure **Layer 2 / Layer 3 enterprise networks** supporting satellite and ground system data flows

* Configure, manage, and troubleshoot **Cisco networking infrastructure**, including routing, switching, and firewall platforms

* Administer **Linux-based systems (RHEL)** supporting network services and operational tooling

* Implement and manage **firewall solutions**, enforcing security controls within classified environments

* Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and perform root-cause analysis to maintain system reliability

* Support **virtualized environments** leveraging VMware technologies

* Develop and maintain basic automation or operational scripts, with a preference for **Python**, to improve efficiency

* Collaborate with security and platform teams to ensure compliance with government and program security requirements

**Requirements**
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* Strong hands-on experience with **enterprise networking**, including L2/L3 routing and switching

* Demonstrated expertise with **Cisco platforms** , including **Nexus** , **ASA**, and core routing/switching technologies

* Solid **Linux system administration** experience, specifically with **Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)**

* Experience supporting **VMware-based environments**

* Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and optimize performance in production systems

* Experience implementing and maintaining **firewall solutions** in secure or classified environments

* Scripting or automation experience, preferably using **Python**

**Security \& Certifications**

* Active **TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly**, required on day one

* Ability to obtain **Security certification within 90 days** of hire