Network engineer (remote)

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Koniag Data Solutions, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Network Engineer to support KDS and our government customer. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. The position is remote, but the candidate needs to be within 30 minutes from Mission, Texas.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.

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.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• 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.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• 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 architecture, 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.

Security Requirement:

Ability to obtain a Public Trust.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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