Role overview

Qualifications

Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution
Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering
Proven expertise in network security best practices and regulatory compliance standards

Responsibilities

Conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing networks, identifying configurations and analyzing traffic patterns
Design a modernized network architecture incorporating centralized logging and intrusion detection systems
Advise on procurement, installation, configuration, and testing of network devices
Develop compliance documentation, policies, and procedures related to network engineering

Key facts

Remote from: Arizona (USA)
Full time
Senior (5-10 years)
Network Systems Engineer
English

Hard skills

Network Architecture Network Security Regulatory Compliance Network Protocols Switchover Access Controls Threat Management Network Performance Management SAMtools OAuth Agile Software Development Vendor Management Configuration Management Version Control

Other skills

Communication
Problem Solving

About the company

DecisionPoint Corporation

Information Technology & Services

DecisionPoint Corporation, a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), is an innovation thought leader in the Defense and Federal communities. We specialize in implementing transformative IT support services that empower government agencies to enhance delivery of their critical mission requirements. We help solve some of the most vexing challenges facing government today and help transform and adapt their performance to meet these challenges. Our four Centers of Excellence are built to deliver world class solutions by bringing skilled people, mature processes, and smart technologies.

Company details

Company typeSME

IndustryInformation Technology & Services

Company size51 - 200

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Job description

Overview:

DecisionPoint is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join our team supporting the Glen Canyon ICS-Operations group in Page, Arizona. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in network design, implementation, and maintenance, with a strong understanding of network security best practices and regulatory compliance standards.

This is a remote position and will require around 25% travel to perform on-site visits, assessments, and tasks. Required for this position to perform tasks throughout the Upper Colorado Region at the various power plants and facilities.The primary work location is at Glen Canyon Power Plant located near Page, AZ 86040. Secondary service locations are:

Flaming Gorge Power Plant, Utah
Fontenelle Power Plant, Wyoming
Blue Mesa Power Plant, Colorado
Morrow Point Power Plant, Colorado
Crystal Power Plant, Colorado
Upper Molina Power Plant, Colorado
Lower Molina Power Plant, Colorado
Montrose Field Office, Colorado

*This requisition is contingent upon additional funding.*

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Network Engineer will conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing networks, identifying configurations, analyzing traffic patterns, and reviewing security measures. Based on the assessment, the engineer will design a modernized network architecture incorporating centralized logging, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and monitoring tools to meet regulatory standards like NERC-CIP, FISMA, and NIST SP 800 series.
The engineer will advise on procurement, installation, configuration, and testing of network devices, ensuring proper integration.
They will enable knowledge transfer for ongoing operations and maintenance.
The role also involves developing compliance documentation, policies, and procedures related to network engineering.

Qualifications:

Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering.
Proven expertise in network security best practices, regulatory compliance standards (NERC-CIP, FISMA, NIST SP 800 series), and network design and implementation.
Experience in conducting network assessments, requirements analysis, and capacity planning.
Familiarity with change management processes, testing environments, and issue resolution.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Proficiency in network protocols, routing, switching, and network security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, etc.).
Strong understanding of network architectures, quality of service (QoS), and network performance optimization.
Expertise in network security practices, including access control, intrusion detection, and threat mitigation.
Ability to develop comprehensive network design documentation, policies, and procedures.
Experience in leading and executing network implementation, configuration, and testing activities.
Familiarity with network monitoring tools and backup and recovery procedures.

Desired Skills:

Experience working in a federal government IT environment.
Knowledge of single sign-on (SSO) concepts using SAML and OAuth2.
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
Vendor management and procurement experience.
Experience with configuration management tools and version control systems.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

EEO and Affirmative Action Policy: DecisionPoint Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of DecisionPoint Corporation to provide equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action laws, directives and regulations to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under Federal, State or Local laws.
Pay Transparency Policy: In accordance with Presidential Executive Order 13665, DecisionPoint Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Authorization to Share Resume and Personal Information: By expressing your interest and submitting your resume for this position, you authorize DecisionPoint Corporation to share your resume, as well as personal information included on the resume, with its subsidiaries, affiliates and teaming partners for the purpose of considering you for this position and other available positions requiring comparable skills, education and experience. Should DecisionPoint Corporation. or its affiliates and teaming partners wish to initiate pre-employment discussions, you will be asked to complete an employment application and related employment documents.