Sr Network Engineer

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Network Engineer in our Hughes Network Systems division. The position is located in our Gaithersburg, Maryland office. Hughes has initiated next generation communications system projects comprising 5G, LEO, and GEO for mission critical applications. We are using an agile approach and cutting edge technologies for 5G core, open RAN, resilient satellite terminals, and smart software technologies including AI/ML for resiliency and orchestration. With industry leading technical portfolio and small and nimble team environment Hughes would like to benefit from your experience for this exciting project which is expanding to additional sites and capabilities.
Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, troubleshoot and manage routing and switching of Customers' networks.
• Ensure the secure transmission of network traffic through network nodes.
• Configure and support deployment of Cisco and Fortinet routers, switches and firewalls in customers' networks with networking protocols to ensure seamless communication among network devices.
• Troubleshoot network issues with routing, switching and security vulnerabilities.
• Provide leadership in the performance of day-to-day networking tasks to ensure network reliability, availability and serviceability.
• Provide technical support and respond to issues and resolve in a timely manner.
• Provide support to the configuration of firewall security settings related to access permissions groups.
• Lead design, implementation, installation of hardware, software and integration testing for new systems.
• Lead the development and production of complex documentation for installation, network topology, and troubleshooting of communications hardware or software.
• Work on Windows and Linux servers to troubleshoot network issues and to analyze network performance.
• Perform firmware upgrades on networking devices for bug fixes and enhancements.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunication's, Engineering or related technical field
• One or more active networking certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, etc.
• 5+ years' experience using networking monitoring tools such as SPLUNK, Nessus, Cisco DNA/ISE, Cisco SNA, and TACACS.
• Must be capable of obtaining and holding a U.S. government security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of 4G/5G systems, subsystems and protocols
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.
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This position will have access to U.S. export-restricted materials. A successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or able to obtain U.S. authorization from the Dept. of State or the Dept. of Commerce to access such materials. For more information about U.S. export control laws, see here and here.
EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all-from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)
• Employee Incentives: Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet
• Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.