Theater Engineer

Paragon Cyber Solutions has an immediate opening for those ready for an exciting and dynamic career as a Theater Engineer to join other smart, talented, and dedicated engineers that pride themselves in analyzing the most difficult challenges.

The Theater Engineer is responsible for supporting the Shared Early Warning System (SEWS) global infrastructure and communications architecture across U.S. Combatant Commands and allied partner locations worldwide. This position provides technical expertise for network infrastructure, communications systems, satellite transport solutions, cryptographic devices, and remote site support.

The Theater Engineer supports both garrison operations in Colorado Springs and worldwide deployment activities, ensuring reliable delivery of missile warning and situational awareness data to partner nations and U.S. stakeholders.

Clearance: Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility

Travel Required:Yes (up to 50%)

Requirements

Essential Functions

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco-based network infrastructure.
• Support routers, switches, firewalls, cryptographic devices, and DISA circuits.
• Deploy, troubleshoot, and maintain satellite communications systems including BGAN, MUOS, VSAT, and emerging transport technologies.
• Provide technical support for worldwide operational sites and partner nations.
• Conduct site surveys, system upgrades, preventive maintenance, and equipment refresh activities.
• Create and maintain network diagrams, rack elevations, technical drawings, SOPs, and engineering documentation.
• Participate in domestic and international travel supporting operational locations.
• Support 24/7 operational requirements through an on-call rotation.
• Perform root-cause analysis and provide corrective actions for network outages and system failures.
• Collaborate with GCCS engineers and other technical teams to support system integration and delivery.
• Provide training and technical instruction to end users and foreign partner personnel as required.

Required Experience

• Must have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Must have a Security+ certification
• 3+ years of supporting Cisco networking equipment or CCNA is required.
• Experience with network routing protocols (i.e., Static routes, OSPF)
• Knowledge of GRE and IPSEC tunnels. Knowledge of Network Encryption Devices (i.e., KG-250, KG-250x, IPS-250x, KG-175).
• Familiarization with Cisco Unified Communications Manager Express (VoIP).
• Knowledge of Server/Client Systems and current Microsoft Operating Systems (Server & Workstation).
• Active US Passport or ability to obtain an Active US Passport.
• 3+ years of systems administration experience is preferred.
• Partner and Allied nation exercise experience preferred.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Retirement Plan (401K w/ employer matching).
• Paid Time Off & Paid Public Holidays.
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Healthy Work-Life Balance.
• Training & Development.

Why Work For Paragon Cyber Solutions?

You want to make a difference. You want to be recognized by name versus being a number. You want to work with a company where you can grow and work in different areas to increase your knowledge/experience. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and need to live it.

As a small business, each team member rolls up their sleeves and helps where needed (including our CEO). Our ideal candidate will be comfortable with multi-tasking and prefers working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You must be adaptable to the needs of a growing business.

A Model of Excellence

That’s our motto in all we do and what we seek in our team members.

Are you a hardworking professional seeking a new opportunity that fosters growth? Look no further!

We are an award-winning minority, woman, veteran-owned, 8(a), EDWOSB, VOSB, Tampa, FL-based small business. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality solutions that help our clients protect the integrity of their business operations.