Network Engineer Job in Carlsbad 92009, California Us
Location
Carlsbad CA
Job Responsibilities
As part of this dynamic engineering team, you will use your network engineering expertise to specify, design, implement, document, test, troubleshoot and deploy network solutions; diagnose and resolve complex problems, provide critical network architecture support, and maintain a variety of network communication protocols. Because networking is your passion, networking system commands in several platforms like Cisco, Juniper, and Linux are second nature, which allows you to easily help others in resolving operating system and networking issues. You will be directly involved in a diverse number of SATCOM communications programs and projects for US DoD customers as well as commercial applications. This fast-paced multi-tasking environment requires you to interact with a broad spectrum of program managers, hardware/software/project engineers and various internal support organizations on a regular basis. You will occasionally travel to participate in field work at customer sites internationally and domestically.
Experience/Skills Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent work experience
- 7+ years experience with Cisco Switch/Routers/ASA Firewalls in addition to hands-on experience in network design including Layer 2/3 design
- 5+ years experience with Linux based server administration
- US Citizenship
- Active Secret Clearance (or have held one in past two years)
- Up to 25% domestic and international travel
- Advanced proficiency in the troubleshooting and tuning of the component hardware, software, networking and communications protocol problems
- Thorough understanding of routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, HSRP, VRRP and network based ACL's in addition to switching protocols such as 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.1ad, QinQ, STP, MSTP
- Demonstrable expertise in protocol standards such as IPv4, IPv6, Mobile IP, 802.11b/g, GRE, ARP, and IPSEC
- Strong proficiency with network Monitoring protocols and tools such as SNMP, RMON, Wireshark, Ethereal, WinPcap, Cacti, Nfdump, and Nfsen. as well as with network management protocols and tools such as SNMP, LDAP and AAA
- CCNP and/or CCIE Certification
- Experience with satellite communications systems/terminals, RED side network design and crypto
- Former military experience
ViaSat is a leader in providing practical solutions for difficult Networking problems. ViaSat brings a unique mix of communications, networking, and security expertise to offer secure networking solutions for satellite and terrestrial communications applications. ViaSat continues to grow at a record pace with all business areas benefitting. A key to the company’s growth and stability has been its flexibility in serving both commercial and military markets. Join ViaSat’s team and help to continue ViaSat’s growth and leadership in Secure Network Solutions. Our corporate headquarters in Carlsbad is just a hop and skip away from the beautiful Pacific Coast. The campus feeling and entrepreneurial spirit can be felt in the hallways as well as the sand volleyball courts.
Education Requirements
BA/BS or equivalent experience
Travel Required
Up to 25 percent
US Citizenship Required?
US Citizenship Required
Clearance Required?
Active Secret (or have held an active secret clearance within the past two years)
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