Network Engineer
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Description
Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.
As a Network Engineer at Hermeus you will be responsible for installing, configuring, analyzing, and maintaining local and wide area networks. As part of the Information Team you will ensure growth, security, and scalability of all Hermeus networks as well as support cross-org needs for network engineering.
Responsibilities
- Configure, and maintain network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, Access Points (wireless), and VPNs.
- Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
- Perform network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems.
- Implement and maintain network security, including access controls, intrusion detection systems, and threat prevention.
- Manage and administer network services such as DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM).
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to support infrastructure projects and resolve complex technical issues.
- Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support and critical incident response.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging network technologies, best practices, and NIST guidelines.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or similar role.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and network hardware.
- Experience with network security principles and practices.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Skills and Experiences
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Active security clearance strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure).
- Familiarity with Palo Alto and Juniper network devices.
- Background in government or cleared contractor networks.
- Experience with FedRAMP authorized cloud solutions (AWS Govcloud, Azure GCC-H, etc..) is a plus.
- Experience with network cybersecurity tools such as Wireshark, Nmap, AWS network security tools, Microsoft Defender, etc.
- Palo Alto Certification (PCCET, PCNSA, PCNSE, etc.).
- Cisco Certifications (CCENT, CCT, CCNA, etc.)
- SANs Certification (GSEC, GCIA, GMON, GDSA, etc.).
- CompTIA Certification (Network+, Security +, CASP+, etc.).
The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.
At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.
Benefits:
- Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
- Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
- Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
- Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
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- Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field?
- Do you have 4+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or similar role?
- Do you have a strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and network hardware?
- Do you have experience with network security principles and practices?
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