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We are a next generation solutions provider, delivering mission success across government, healthcare, and commercial industries. Iron Bow relies on our passionate people, long standing partnerships, and strategic thinking to solve your most critical challenges.
Whether we team with clients, colleagues, or partners, we put each other first. It’s The Iron Bow Way.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Iron Bow is seeking an SRv6/Crosswork Lead Engineer to provide technical leadership, subject matter expertise, and engineering oversight supporting Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) A6. This position plays a critical role in the operation, optimization, and expansion of the PACAF BlackCore network, leveraging advanced Cisco SRv6 and Crosswork technologies to support mission-critical communications across the Pacific Area of Responsibility (AOR).
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in enterprise networking, WAN technologies, network security, and DoD cybersecurity requirements while serving as a trusted technical advisor to government stakeholders and senior leaders.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Provide engineering oversight and operational support for the PACAF BlackCore SRv6 network environment.
- Design, implement, optimize, and maintain Cisco SRv6 and Crosswork solutions supporting mission-critical operations.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of SRv6 configurations, network policies, standards, and operational procedures.
- Deliver technical training and knowledge transfer to PACAF personnel.
- Support ongoing maintenance, modernization, and expansion of the BlackCore network infrastructure.
- Serve as the technical lead during network incidents, troubleshooting efforts, and service restoration activities.
- Monitor network performance and optimize configurations for bandwidth utilization, application-aware routing, resiliency, and failover capabilities.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting for connectivity, performance, security, and routing issues within SRv6 environments.
- Assist the Government with Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and Accreditation & Authorization (A&A) documentation.
- Develop, review, and maintain RMF deliverables, including:
- System Security Plans (SSPs)
- Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) documentation
- Control validation artifacts
- STIG compliance documentation
- Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
- System Topology Documentation
- Collect and develop A&A artifacts in accordance with Authorizing Official (AO) requirements.
- Provide recommendations for risk mitigation strategies and follow-on corrective actions.
- Support network architecture planning and implementation efforts across PACAF Main Operating Bases (MOBs) and Geographically Separated Units (GSUs).
- Prepare and deliver technical briefings to government leadership, technical teams, and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and government teams to ensure successful mission execution.
SKILLS THAT DRIVE SUCCESS
- Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance.
- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience supporting Cisco SRv6 solutions.
- Strong understanding of Air Force Cyber architecture and PACAF organizational structures, including MOBs and GSUs.
- Experience supporting DoD cybersecurity requirements, RMF processes, ATO packages, and compliance activities.
- Experience collecting, developing, and maintaining Accreditation & Authorization (A&A) artifacts.
- Advanced understanding of enterprise networking concepts and architectures.
- Professional-level proficiency with:
- TCP/IP
- DNS
- VPNs
- VLANs
- OSPF
- BGP
- MPLS
- SRv6
- Deep knowledge of WAN technologies and network optimization strategies.
- Experience leading network implementation, deployment, maintenance, and modernization efforts.
- Strong understanding of network security principles and cybersecurity best practices.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex networking and security issues.
- Experience creating and maintaining detailed network design documentation and diagrams.
- Familiarity with cloud networking environments, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools, including SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
- Experience briefing technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to brief senior leaders and large audiences.
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.
Must possess one (1) certification meeting DoD 8140 Advanced Cyber Workforce requirements, including but not limited to:
- CISSP
- CISSP-ISSEP
- CISM
- CISA
- CySA+
- GSLC
- GSNA
- GCSA
- FITSP-A
- CPTE
- CISSO
AND
Must meet DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III requirements through one (1) of the following:
- CASP+ CE
- CISSP
- CISA
- CCSP
WHAT SETS YOU APART
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
- Juniper Networks Certified Professional (JNCIP).
- Experience supporting large-scale DoD enterprise networking environments.
- Experience with Cisco Crosswork platforms and automation tools.
- Experience supporting Air Force and PACAF mission environments.
- Experience leading enterprise network transformation initiatives.
- Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) architectures and automation technologies.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Primary work location is Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) A6, Oahu, Hawaii.
- Ability to travel throughout the PACAF Area of Responsibility to support Main Operating Bases (MOBs) and Geographically Separated Units (GSUs).
- Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
- Opportunity to support critical national defense and Indo-Pacific mission operations.
- Work with cutting-edge networking technologies, including Cisco SRv6 and Crosswork.
- Serve as a key technical advisor to senior military and government leadership.
- Collaborate with highly skilled engineers and cybersecurity professionals.
- Contribute directly to the modernization and resilience of Air Force communications infrastructure.
- Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT INFORMATION
The salary range for this position is $160,000-$180,000/yr. This range reflects the anticipated base pay for the position and is not a guarantee of final compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, contract requirements, and business needs.
Iron Bow Technologies reserves the right to fill this role at a different level, depending on qualifications and organizational priorities. This range represents only one component of Iron Bow’s total compensation package. An overview of our benefits is available on our careers page.
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OUR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITMENT
Iron Bow Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Iron Bow are based on relevant business considerations, such as operational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic prohibited by law. Iron Bow will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Skills Required
- Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance.
- Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience supporting Cisco SRv6 solutions.
- Strong understanding of Air Force Cyber architecture and PACAF organizational structures, including MOBs and GSUs.
- Experience supporting DoD cybersecurity requirements, RMF processes, and ATO packages.
- Experience collecting, developing, and maintaining Accreditation & Authorization (A&A) artifacts.
- Develop, review, and maintain RMF deliverables (SSPs, PPSM, control validation, STIG compliance, POA&M, topology).
- Advanced understanding of enterprise networking concepts and architectures.
- Professional-level proficiency with TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, VLANs, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and SRv6.
- Deep knowledge of WAN technologies and network optimization strategies.
- Experience leading network implementation, deployment, maintenance, and modernization efforts.
- Strong understanding of network security principles and cybersecurity best practices.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex networking and security issues.
- Experience creating and maintaining detailed network design documentation and diagrams.
- Familiarity with cloud networking environments (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools, including SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
- Experience briefing technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences and briefing senior leaders.
- Possess one certification meeting DoD 8140 Advanced Cyber Workforce requirements (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CySA+, GSLC, etc.).
- Meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III via one of the accepted certifications (CASP+ CE, CISSP, CISA, CCSP).
- Ability to travel throughout the PACAF AOR and up to 10% travel.
Iron Bow Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is characterized as comprehensive across medical, dental, and vision, alongside life and disability protection. Health insurance is also framed as a strong point, with family premiums sometimes described as reasonable.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are positioned as flexible, supported by remote and hybrid-work programs. The overall package includes a range of leave benefits that can support work–life needs.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related leave is portrayed as a differentiator, including parental leave and even “grandparents’ leave.” These elements broaden support beyond standard time-off programs.
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What We Do
We deliver mission success through next-generation solutions across government, healthcare, and commercial markets. Iron Bow relies on our passionate people, long-standing partnerships, and strategic thinking to solve your most critical challenges. At Iron Bow, our people believe in a culture of transformation and that the future of technology is here to deliver our clients’ missions. When it comes to our people, we care about the customer's mission, value a culture of teamwork, and believe deeply in the power of technology to transform lives and communities. #WhatWeDoMatters Disclaimer: Your privacy and security are important to us. Iron Bow Technologies does not request payment information, personal financial information, or any form of processing fees as part of our recruitment process. Please be cautious of any requests for such information as they may be scams. Our interviews and communications are conducted through official channels only. This includes emails from verified company domains and phone calls or video conferences scheduled through our official systems. If you are ever in doubt about the legitimacy of any communication purportedly from us, please do not hesitate to contact us directly at our official contact points for verification. The only domain we use is ironbow.com
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