Optical Network Engineer Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Description

Command Post Technologies (CPT) has an immediate opening for a Network Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO. The selected candidate will establish network information requirements in the development of enterprise-wide or large-scale networking infrastructure (CAN, WAN). Designs architecture to include the software, hardware and communications to support the total requirements as well as provide for present and future cross-functional requirements and interfaces. They will analytically and systematically evaluate problems of workflows and network usage and develop appropriate corrective action. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee the integration of a proprietary cyber training network environment
• Configure and support internal or external networks
• Document network events, to include network diagrams, and proactively seek solutions to outages, etc.
• Support the design, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of a wide variety of network routers, switches, firewalls, and IDS/IPS devices
• Maintain all systems, applications, security, and network configurations, troubleshoot network performance, and coordinate repairs covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements
• Travel as needed to support FSE responsibilities outside the local area

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a broad range of technical task assignments directly related to the primary responsibilities, including:

                     - Establishing Layer 1 connectivity between networking devices (Cat 5 and fiber) 

                     - Troubleshooting Layer 1 connections with Fluke or optical testers

                     - Working with media converters

                     - Configuring TACLANEs, especially the KG-175 series

• IAT Level II Security Certification (Security + CE or GSEC or SSCP or CCNA-Security)
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Cisco router and switch experience
• Microsoft Visio experience
• Ability to work independently

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Help Desk ticketing experience
• Juniper experience

About us: We are Command Post Technologies, Inc. (CPT). CPT is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), providing engineering services in the areas of Cyber Security, Software Development, Test & Evaluation, and Strategic Planning. CPT employees appreciate working in a caring environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. As individuals, we come together as a team, supporting a culture rooted in our core principles of integrity, determination, and innovation. In all of CPT's collaboration efforts, our team prioritizes communication, accountability, and being resourceful in order to maximize efficiency and results.

What's In It for You

• Great health benefits (for more info contact us directly)
• Leadership training
• 401k with generous company matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible hours
• Work/Life balance
• Rewards and recognition
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave

Command Post Technologies, Inc. (CPT) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded in 2008 and headquartered in Suffolk, VA, with personnel in various states including Virginia, Maryland, Florida, and Texas. With 2/3 of our staff being former military, CPT firmly believes in employing veterans. Command Post Technologies, Inc. is a unique provider of innovative solutions that enhance our corporate clients' productivity and empower our government clients with the ability to protect against all enemies: foreign and domestic. CPT adapts its successful military experiential approach to the needs of leaders in a global business environment and provides an elite leadership curriculum that results in a world-class, leadership-altering event.

Command Post Technologies Inc. (CPT) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. We take Affirmative Action to ensure equal opportunities for employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

We abide by the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision and will refrain from discharging or otherwise discriminating against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants. An exception exists where the employee or applicant makes the disclosure based on information obtained while performing his or her essential job functions.