Job Information
SciTec Staff Network Systems Engineer in Boulder, Colorado
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure supporting IaaS platforms and services
- Plan, deploy, and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, firewalls, DNS, VLANs, IP addressing (static and dynamic), and VPN solutions (site-to-site and remote access)
- Configure, maintain, and patch Layer 2 / Layer 3 switching and routing
- Troubleshoot networking issues across the OSI stack using physical and software-based diagnostic tools
- Implement and maintain network security controls, including monitoring, hardening, threat modeling, and vulnerability mitigation
- Support networking in on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments, including AWS and Azure
- Configure and maintain network protocols and technologies such as:
- BGP
- Spanning Tree
- LLDP
- Link aggregation (MCLAG, LACP)
- Support storage networking, including SAN and Fibre Channel switched fabric topologies
- Collaborate with systems, virtualization, storage, and platform engineers to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions
- Support Linux and Windows-based networking and firewall configurations, including VMware environments
- Participate in infrastructure planning, upgrades, and lifecycle management
- Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, procedures, and change records
- Support automation and repeatability efforts across network and infrastructure services
- Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Own issues through resolution and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 3+ years of professional experience in network engineering or network systems roles
- Demonstrated understanding of network architecture, design, and core networking concepts
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting TCP/IP networks across OSI layers
- Proficiency with network security principles, including monitoring, hardening, and common threat models
- Experience deploying and supporting:
- WAN, LAN, VLANs, firewalls, DNS
- Static and dynamic IP addressing
- Site-to-site and remote VPNs
- Experience configuring and maintaining L2/L3 switching and routing
- Working knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SANs) and Fibre Channel networking
- Proficiency with Linux and Windows operating systems
- Familiarity with application-layer networking and firewall configuration in Linux and VMware environments
- Detail oriented
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to own work through completion
Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience with Dell switches, servers, and SAN solutions
- Experience with VMware vSphere and vCenter
- Security+ or equivalent security certification
- Experience with NAS and/or SAN configuration and maintenance
- Experience providing technical leadership or mentoring in small infrastructure teams
- Experience with automation and scripting (Bash, Python, Perl, Ansible, PowerShell)
- Experience with Git / GitLab and CI/CD pipelines
- Familiarity with container platforms, including container networking and security
- Demonstrated ability to document, track, and execute requirements, procedures, and infrastructure changes
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Benefits
SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, includ ng:
- 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
- 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
- 80% company paid Dental insurance
- 100% company paid Vision insurance
- 100% company paid Life insurance
- 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
- Short-term Disability insurance
- Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
- Flexible work hours
The pay range for this position is $87,000 - $119,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.
SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.