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Network/Security Engineer

Omitron, Inc.
Posted a month ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Colorado Springs, CO 80901, US

Salary

$80,000 - $96,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Account

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  • Omitron is looking for a Mid-Level Network/Security Engineer to support the US Space Force in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
  • Candidates should have a Master's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree with 7+ years, or 9+ years of directly relevant experience without a degree.
  • The role involves designing and maintaining mission-critical network infrastructure and managing security systems, including Palo Alto NGFWs.
  • The salary range for this position is between $150,000 and $170,000, depending on experience and other factors.
  • Omitron offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, and a 401(k) with company match.
Omitron is seeking a Network/Security Engineer (Mid-Level) to support the US Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This highly qualified and self-motivated individual will design, implement, and sustain the high-availability transport systems that empower the warfighter. Day-to-day responsibilities include installing and administering routers, switches, and firewalls; developing network security guidelines; and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team of engineers, system administrators, developers, and testers. This is an exciting opportunity to support the future of U.S. space operations while applying advanced networking knowledge in a dynamic environment.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Design, test, configure, and maintain mission-critical network infrastructure within a Juniper Segment Routed (SR-MPLS) environment.
  • Manage Palo Alto NGFWs via Panorama, enforcing micro-segmentation and Zero-Trust standards.
  • Deploy and sustain Type-1 EDE and HAIPE devices to secure data across untrusted domains and cloud on-ramps.
  • Manage transit routing between on-prem and cloud native routing components (AWS Transit Gateway, Azure Router Server).
  • Utilize enterprise system monitoring and management tools (SolarWinds, Splunk, Juniper Active Assurance, and NetScout nGeniusONE) to ensure end-to-end visibility and performance.
 
Minimum Requirements:
  • US Citizenship required
  • Security Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility to start; must be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI
  • Education:
    • Master’s degree in a STEM-related discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering) and 5+ years of relevant experience; OR
    • Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of relevant experience; OR
    • 9+ years of directly relevant experience in lieu of a degree
  • Certifications:
    • DoD 8140.03 Foundational Qualification (IAT Level II minimum)
    • JNCIS or CCNP
  • Technical Skills:
    • Networking: Routing-instances, BGP, OSFP/IS-IS, LDP, RSVP, SR-MPLS, Traffic Engineering, IPv6
    • Security: Palo Alto Panorama, App-ID, Suite-B and Type-1 encryption

Preferred Qualifications:
  • JNCIP-SP, CCNP Service Provider, or PCNSE
  • Direct experience engineering AWS Direct Connect and Azure ExpressRoute circuits
  • Experience with DISA or telecom provider interface
  • Direct experience deploying and maintaining SRv6 networks
  • CSfC design and implementation
 
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this role is $150,000 to $170,000, depending on relevant experience, location, and other factors.
 
Benefits include:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA or FSA Accounts
  • Company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Federal Holidays
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Supplemental Insurance options (e.g., AFLAC)
  • Professional Development Reimbursement
 
Company Overview:
Omitron is an Aerospace Engineering and Information Technology small business firm headquartered in Beltsville, Maryland with a field office located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Since 1984, Omitron has provided excellence in engineering services and product development to government and industry customers for both civilian and military aerospace programs.
 
Omitron recognizes that outstanding people are the key to our success. Our goal is to select highly qualified and motivated individuals and provide them with an environment necessary to stimulate and nurture engineering and business objectives. Omitron offers its employees competitive salaries, a full benefits package, and excellent career growth opportunities. We welcome talented professionals who wish to take advantage of the opportunities we offer.
 
At Omitron, we believe that a workplace that fosters innovation and collaboration will be a successful one. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
 
Per Title VII, our hiring decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and experience, in accordance with our commitment to equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination policies. We welcome all individuals who share our passion for excellence and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
We also support a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. Our workplace initiatives are open to all and designed to create a culture of belonging for everyone.
 
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