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Opportunity PeopleTec is currently seeking a Senior Network Systems Engineer to support our Colorado Springs, CO location. The ideal candidate will be capable of working with minimal supervision while supporting geographically separated development, engineering, and operations teams. This position is primarily focused on administering, maintaining, securing, and troubleshooting enterprise network infrastructure for on-site and cloud environments.

The Senior Network Systems Engineer will serve as a key technical resource for network architecture, Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco switching, routing, VLANs, VPN connectivity, network segmentation, and enterprise infrastructure integration. The role will also support VMware virtualization, server connectivity, cloud infrastructure, automation, and cybersecurity compliance activities in complex enterprise and mission-focused environments. Duties: * Install, configure, and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls, including IPsec VPN tunnels, site-to-site connectivity, firewall policies, routing, security rules, and client network/VPN access issues.

* Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switching platforms across enterprise network environments. * Support enterprise routing, switching, VLAN segmentation, network access, and infrastructure connectivity requirements. * Troubleshoot complex network connectivity, performance, firewall, VPN, switching, virtualization, storage, cloud, and infrastructure-related issues across the enterprise environment.

* Support infrastructure hardening efforts in alignment with STIG, RMF, cybersecurity, and organizational compliance requirements. * Assist with physical infrastructure implementation, including racking, cabling, labeling, and initial configuration support for servers, switches, firewalls, and related data center equipment. * Support VMware-based enterprise infrastructure environments, including coordination with virtualization, storage, and systems teams as required.

* Engineer, deploy, and support cloud-based infrastructure solutions within Azure, AWS, or other approved cloud environments. * Develop, maintain, and improve infrastructure automation, scripting, and Infrastructure as Code practices to increase operational efficiency, consistency, and repeatability. * Collaborate with software, cybersecurity, networking, and operations teams to support mission and customer requirements * Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and team members * Participate in project planning, documentation, system implementation, and operational support activities * Support additional infrastructure specialties and technologies as operational requirements evolve Qualifications Required Skills/Experience : * Strong experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure environments, including Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco Nexus/Catalyst switches.

* Strong understanding of routing, switching, VLANs, subnetting, enterprise network architecture, and network segmentation principles. * Strong experience supporting firewall, VPN, and secure network connectivity technologies, including IPsec tunnel configuration and troubleshooting. * Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex network connectivity, performance, routing, switching, firewall, and VPN-related issues.

* Experience supporting VMware enterprise environments and working with virtualization-related infrastructure dependencies. * Familiarity with infrastructure hardening, cybersecurity compliance frameworks, STIGs, RMF, and secure configuration standards. * Experience with scripting, automation, and Infrastructure as Code concepts using tools such as Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar technologies.

* Ability to support physical infrastructure tasks, including racking, cabling, asset labeling, and assisting with server and network device configuration. * Travel: 10 % * Must be a U.S. Citizen * An active DoD TS/SCI clearance is required to perform this work.

Candidates are required to have an active TS/SCI clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment. Education Requirements : * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field. * Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Physical Job Requirements : * Must be capable of working in an office, datacenter, and laboratory environment * Lift and move up to 50 lbs, including installation and handling of IT equipment as required Desired Skills : * Experience developing and maintaining infrastructure automation using Ansible, Terraform, PowerShell, Python, or similar tools.

* Experience engineering and supporting cloud-based infrastructure within Azure, AWS, or other approved cloud environments. * Experience designing, deploying, administering, and maintaining VMware virtual infrastructure environments. * Experience supporting VMware technologies such as vCenter, ESXi, vSAN, distributed switching, and related enterprise virtualization solutions.

* Experience working in DoD, federal, regulated, or cybersecurity compliance-driven environments. * Relevant certifications such as Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, VMware VCP, AWS, Azure, Security+, or equivalent professional certifications. Benefits offered can be found here: Benefits PeopleTec .

In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is ~$150,000 - $190,000; however, PeopleTec considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and critical skills. #cjpost #dpost Overview People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce. Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people.

Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields. Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals.

Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people. Come Experience It. #cjpost #dpost EEO Statement PeopleTec, Inc.

is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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