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Senior Network Engineer

Technology, Data & Digital · IT Infrastructure & Security · Network Administration · Cybersecurity · Software Engineering

In short

Saab Inc. is hiring a Senior Network Engineer in East Syracuse, NY to design, build, and support surveillance systems. Responsibilities include network planning and design, developing resilient architectures, and providing customer support. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and design networks using technologies such as VLANs, 802.1Q trunking, Spanning Tree, LACP/EtherChannel, first-hop redundancy protocols, static and dynamic routing, and network segmentation.
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with other technical disciplines.
  • Develop resilient Layer 2 and Layer 3 network architectures.
  • Provide network device support to customers with troubleshooting, device reconfiguration, and technical refresh.
  • Develop high-level knowledge of the products and systems for which the communication network will support.
  • Demonstrate familiarity in Software/Operating System Configuration (primarily in a Linux environment), Network Design/Configuration and Troubleshooting.
  • Help develop tools and scripts to support various configuration and monitoring activities.
  • Utilize working knowledge of network tools such as Wireshark and other network tools and diagnostic techniques.
  • Participate in processor and switch selection.
  • Participate in planning and organizing work.
  • Accurately document all aspects of the networks.
  • Utilize technologies such as Python, Ansible, REST APIs, JSON/YAML, Git, or similar automation and configuration-management technologies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline is required.
  • 8+ years of relevant experience. Preferably supporting complex enterprise, industrial, transportation, government, or other mission-critical environments.
  • Experience with Cisco devices and network communications protocols and Network Security.
  • Strong network troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose complex issues across Layers 1 through 7 of the OSI model.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
  • Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Desired Qualifications

  • CCNA and above are preferred.
  • Experience with design and configuration of wireless equipment is welcome.
  • Experience with Fortinet devices is welcome.
  • Current DoD clearance is preferred.
  • Experience with JIRA is preferred.
  • Protect Data in Transit experience preferred

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
  • Wellness and employee assistance resources
  • Employee stock purchase opportunities
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Skills

VLANs802.1Q trunkingSpanning TreeLACP/EtherChannelfirst-hop redundancy protocolsstatic routingdynamic routingnetwork segmentationLinuxWiresharkPythonAnsibleREST APIsJSONYAMLGitData in TransitCisconetwork communications protocolsNetwork Securitywireless equipmentFortinetJIRA
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About Saab

As a leading defence and security company, we offer solutions that range from the depths of the oceans to high in the sky, on land and in cyberspace, to keep people and society safe. Empowered by our 22,000 talented people, we constantly push the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. We design, manufacture and maintain advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. We are headquartered in Sweden and have major operations all over the world and are part of the domestic defence capability of several…

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Company

Saab

Job Posted

1 week ago

Expires

in 2 months

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

On Site

Salary

US$92,200–115,300 · Negotiable

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

East Syracuse, United States of America

Qualification

Bachelor

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