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About The Role: Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking an IT Network Engineer to be part of our IT team and based out of our Fall River, MA location. IDT’s Information Systems team is seeking an IT Network Engineer who is pursuing new challenges and can learn quickly. The IT Network Engineer will assist designing, maintaining, and expanding IDT’s corporate network resources, including on-prem, datacenter, and cloud resources. Responsibilities will focus on maintaining network resources, planning network updates, and identifying improvements that could be implemented across the corporate network. Clearance & Location Requirements: * All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. * This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 1 day in office per week, based out of our Fall River, MA location. What You Will Do:  * Maintaining, designing, and expanding IDT’s corporate network, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless, and related equipment
* Network Architecture & Design: Plans, designs, and implements network infrastructures that meet performance, scalability, and security requirements
* Network Monitoring & Optimization: Monitors performance and reliability, analyzing metrics to identify and address performance issues
* Interact with technical team members from multiple organizations in a team environment
* Include network segmentation constructs like VLANs and VRF routing domains into existing and new network architectures
* Assures Quality: Gathers, organizes, maintains, updates and shares information and knowledge using network design documentation and diagrams
* Participate in identification of emerging technologies and network architectures
* Assist in performing administration and lifecycle management of network hardware, and software defined networks utilizing multiple network management tools and applications
* Assist in complete capacity planning, prediction, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting physical and software defined networks with tuning to ensure stable performance of supported environments on-prem and cloud-based
* Supporting Tier 2 helpdesk requests related to network issues, as needed Who You Are (Required): * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or relevant field of Engineering, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
* 3+ years of full-time professional experience in corporate IT network administration or engineering role.
* Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
* Experience with configuration and administration of Cisco OSs
* Experience with advanced TCP/IP, DNS, Routing, OSPF, and VLAN
* Networking protocol experience (802.11, TCP, UDP, ICMP)
* LAN and WAN experience
* Able to shift from one project to another in an agile work environment * Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside of Information Systems and outside the organization
* Desire to stay current with industry trends and best practices
* Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources
* Excellence in technical oral and written communication with peers and non-technical cohorts
* Be capable of working independently, but thrive in a team environment
* Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency and drive
* Strong organization, communication, and planning skills
What Makes You Stand Out: * Cisco CCNA certification or equivalent is a plus
* Experience with firewall policy management and design
* Experience with VXLAN and NSX
* Some experience with automation scripts, tools, and environments (ex. Python, Ansible)
* Some experience with automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform
* Experience with Palo Alto firewall configuration and administration
* Experience with Palo Alto Prisma Access SASE configuration and administration
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network. Pay Range*: $72,000 - $114,450 or $85,500 - $139,650 This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.  About Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT): Leveraging advanced software automation, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and AI-driven capabilities, IDT accelerates capability development, enhances operational readiness, and reduces lifecycle costs for the Department of Defense. We are dedicated to transforming defense systems through innovation, efficiency, and mission-critical results. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and communicating effectively across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer and product requirements into robust software solutions. Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT): IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:     * Generous benefits package  * Competitive PTO  * Paid holidays  * 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching  * 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)     * Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program * Professional Development Resources  * Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits * Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
* Annual Employee Recognition Awards  * Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches  EEO Statement: IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer. Apply Apply Later ← Back to Current Openings