Network Engineer I

Analyze local and wide area network (LAN/WAN) systems, including planning, designing, and evaluating network operations.
Configure operating systems, protocol suites, and communication media (e.g., concentrators, bridges, and other network devices).
Troubleshoot and resolve interoperability issues across platforms to ensure seamless operations for email, file transfer, multimedia, and teleconferencing.
Configure network systems to meet user environment requirements.
Provide technical support for network device configuration, updates, and backups using Linux Command Line.
Conduct day-to-day system administration for modeling and simulation (M&S) hardware and software.
Assist with hardware and software acquisition, including selecting and integrating components.
Support the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and upgrading of network infrastructure, hardware, and software.
Create and maintain network diagrams using Microsoft Visio.
Collaborate with Network Engineers and effectively communicate technical concepts through strong oral and written skills.
Provide operations support five days a week and be willing to travel up to 25% (domestic and international).
Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience: 0+ years of network systems engineering experience, including installation and configuration of firewalls, switches, routers, and cabling.
Certification: Must meet IAT-II certification requirements (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA or equivalent).
Security Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
Strong attention to detail, initiative, and motivation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Palo Alto Next-Gen Firewalls and Panorama configuration and best practices.
Knowledge of multicast/unicast traffic flow and Cisco design best practices.
Understanding of GM and Theater message flow.
Experience with Ports, Protocols, and Services Management and Category Assurance List workflows.
Familiarity with RHEL System Administration.
Previous experience with MDA, Missile Defense System elements, or components.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Regular, Fulltime

Security Clearance: Secret

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8-5

Work Location: Huntsville, Alabama

Travel: up to 25%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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