Hardware Engineer Salary in Charlottesville, VA

West Creek 4 (12074), United States of America, Richmond, VirginiaLead Platform Engineer - VPNDo you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs.We are seeking an experienced Lead Platform Engineer with expertise in network security technologies cloud, enterprise, and data center to join our team! This is an opportunity to design, deploy, and manage VPN technologies that drive the enhancement and evolution of our network security infrastructure.As a Platform Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One. You will be working with the engineering team to integrate and manage new technologies into the existing production environment; gathering requirements, developing designs to meet documented requirements, and implementing those designs. The Platform Engineer will also function as a mentor and escalation resource for the operations team; developing/presenting training curriculums, mentoring less experienced engineers, and providing on-call incident support. You will collaborate and innovate with smart and passionate people within Capital One to deliver results that have a direct impact on the company's bottom line while challenging yourself by learning new technologies and seeking opportunities to advance and improve our enterprise infrastructure.The VPN Engineering team provides secure Virtual Private Network (VPN) connectivity at the Enterprise level that allows associates to access Capital One's network remotely via home based networks, public Wi-Fi networks and smartphone hot spots.What you'll do:Design, implement, and maintain high quality VPN infrastructure solutions.Support enterprise network security infrastructure, regional hubs, and cloud environments.Enforce cyber security standards, automation of security services, and deployment of security solutions.Work collaboratively across teams and LOBs spanning multiple time zones.Consult with various technology support groups as part of network security design and development efforts.Identify gaps in current design and research/propose appropriate solutions based on technical and business drivers.Lead/contribute to security solutions development, optimizations, network and cyber security standards, and technology refresh efforts.Provide input to design standards and maintain network security topology diagrams and technical design documents.Participate in technology integration efforts with other engineering and support teams.Provide direct support of audit and ad hoc consulting engagements.Ensure compliance with departmental and enterprise security configuration standards.Engage with all internal and external parties as necessary to drive and complete work.What we're looking for:Subject matter expert (SME) with a solid network security background and hands on experience with VPN and firewallsHigh proficiency with designing, implementing, and troubleshooting a wide range of network security platforms and VPN technologies such as Palo Alto, f5, AWS, CiscoExperience in building, migrating & supporting enterprise VPN platforms and systems for Desktop (macOS, Windows) & Mobile (iOS, Android), and SASE based solutions by test driving proof of concept and deployment of security solutionsAbility to problem solve in a complex and ever changing environmentAdvanced proficiency with leveraging network security management tools and performing packet analysis during incident/problem resolutionExcellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written). Must be able to represent the team well and effectively communicate/share technical information to a variety of individuals, peers, and stakeholdersExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills to help detect, communicate, and fix issues while adopting Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles so that the availability and performance of the investments in IT networks are optimalExcellent time management skills across multiple projects and distributed teamsEncourage innovation, implementation of cutting-edge technologies, inclusion, outside-of-the-box thinking, teamwork, self-organization and diversityWillingness to update and contribute to living engineering documentationMust be ready to work flexible hours and need to adjust to changing environmentsMust be prepared for physical work which may involve lifting and carrying equipment of up to 50lbs, besides moving, racking and installing them, if necessaryKnowledgeable about IPSec tunnels and encryption, VRF, TCP/IP, OSI model, IPv6, cloud based network security architecture, VPN deployment strategies & migrations, data traffic manipulation, Proxy, Load Balancers, DNS / Route53, VPCsGood to have knowledge on: general network concepts, protocols, any scripting experience, CM tools including Ansible and Terraform, and a variety of AWS tools and servicesBasic Qualifications:High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certificationAt least 5 years of experience with network security designs & solutions - VPNs, firewallsAt least 2 years of experience leading team projectsPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree6+ years of experience with network security hardware and software4+ years of Palo Alto VPN & firewall, f5 VPN, AWS VPN administrator experience2+ years of experience in Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, Observe2+ years of scripting and automation experience (BASH, Powershell, Ansible, Terraform)1+ years of experience with AWS, Azure or Google CloudPalo Alto certification (PCNSA, PCNSE, PCCSE or PCSAE)CISSP, CCSE, CNSA or CSAE certificationAWS certificationAt this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at [email protected]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to [email protected] One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

National Radio Astronomy ObservatoryPosition Description: Position SummaryThe National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) invites applications for NA ALMA Development Program Director. The NA ALMA Development Program works in concert with Joint ALMA Observatory and the ALMA Partnership to sustain and enhance the scientific capabilities of ALMA. The development program is presently executing an ambitious program known as the ALMA 2030 Development Roadmap, which has as its top priorities to at least double the observing bandwidth of the complete ALMA system and to enhance the sensitivity and performance of most receiver bands. NRAO and its NA partners have a key role in the Wideband Sensitivity Upgrade (WSU) portion of the roadmap, which includes an upgrade to the Band 6 receiver, the development of a 2nd Generation Correlator, related infrastructure, and participation in other WSU subsystem upgrades. In the longer term, initial discussions are underway on further upgrades to ALMA for up to a factor of 10 increase in sensitivity, extension of baselines, and other capability enhancements. The NA ALMA Development Program Director will be responsible for the successful delivery of NA contributions to the WSU, and for the planning and execution of NA projects for future, significant upgrades to ALMA.The ALMA Observatory is a millimeter/submillimeter interferometric array of 66 elements located at 5000 meters altitude in the Atacama Desert of northern Chile. ALMA observing capability extends over most of the atmospheric windows between 9 mm (35 GHz) and 0.3 mm (950 GHz), with state-of-the art equipment and instrumentation. ALMA is an international partnership, with operations led by NRAO/AUI on behalf of North America, the European Southern Observatory (ESO) on behalf of its European Member States, and by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ) on behalf of East Asia. The Joint ALMA Observatory (JAO), based in Chile, is responsible for on-site operations. NA ALMA, a department of NRAO, provides NA partnership services for science operations and support, user community support, offsite hardware and software maintenance, development, warranty and infrastructure support, and business, human resource, and project support in Chile.The NA ALMA Development Program Director will report to the Director, NA ALMA and will work closely with the NA ALMA Program Scientist, and a team of project managers, system engineers, and scientists engaged in its individual projects. The Development Program Director will coordinate with the ALMA / JAO development project manager and systems engineer, and with development teams in the other regions to maintain cohesion and achieve success for the overall ALMA development program.What you will do:Responsibilities for the positions include, but are not limited to the following:Lead NA ALMA development upgrade projectsEnsure the efficient and successful delivery of NAs Wideband Sensitivity UpgradesOrganize and execute the NA program for future major upgrades to ALMA, such as the potential x10 sensitivity upgrade, including partnership and funding agency engagement, D&D planning, and funding proposal planningCoordinate closely with the JAO Development Project Director on the upgrade programLine management of assigned project office staffPresentations and reports, as requiredWork Environment:The position is based at NRAO / NA ALMA Headquarters in Charlottesville, Virginia. The position requires on-site presence, but some fraction of tele-work time may be considered. Domestic and international travel is required.Who You Are: You have a PhD in astronomy, physics, engineering, or a related field8 years of post-doctoral or equivalent experience in astronomy or closely-related fieldEstablished record of program and/or operations management, including budget and staff management Strong oral and written communications skillsPreferred Experience:Established record of independent research Research expertise in interferometric radio/millimeter/submillimeter astronomy, especially with ALMADemonstrated proficiency working in a remote team settingTotal Rewards: AUI offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees overall well-being and career growth.CompensationThe AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance.Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions.Benefits:AUIs benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. AUIs retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participants base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions.Application Instructions:Select the Apply button. Please be prepared to upload the following:Cover letter describing interest and suitability for the positionCurriculum Vitae & Publication ListA detailed description of past management and technical experience as they relate to their ability to undertake each of the essential duties and responsibilities outlined for this position (maximum of 3 pages)The names of three (3) people who can serve as a referenceConsideration of applications will begin immediately.Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. To view our complete statement, please visit http://jobs.jobvite.com/nrao/jobs. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to [email protected]

Required Skills and Experience *-Active TS/SCI - MUST have -One of the following certifications: Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP, CAP, CASP+, CISM, CISSP, GSLC, CCISO, HCISPP- 8+ years' experience working with enterprise-level Cisco hardware, operating systems, and technologies across enterprise information systems and networks-Experience with Cisco-based Access Control Lists (ACLs) to secure network traffic-Experience configuring network authentication using the TACACS and RADIUS protocols-Experience configuring and managing in-line encryption devices-Experience with implementation and use of network monitoring, fault management, and performance analysis tools-Experience with Cisco networking security solutions, technologies, and best practices to support the secure implementation and sustainment of enterprise network devices in line with IA and INFOSEC compliance and governance-Experience supporting technology delivery to commercial or government clientsNice to Have Skills and Experience-Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics-Experience with AWS infrastructure and services-Experience with ServiceNowJob Description *A federal IT client of Insight Global is looking to add a Senior Network Engineer to their growing team in Charlottesville, VA. This person must hold an active TS/SCI clearance to be eligible. This consultant will provide network engineering, systems architecture, and security support to ensure the design, configuration and administration of a Cisco ISE platform is maintained and meets all cybersecurity requirements.Key Responsibilities Include:-Provide network engineering, systems architecture, and security support to ensure the design, configuration, and administration of a Cisco Client platform is maintained and satisfies all cybersecurity requirements-Configure and manage network access controls in accordance with government account management policies-Support cybersecurity and information assurance services in compliance with DoD IA policies, processes, and procedures-Create, update, maintain, and submit network management and security diagrams to the government-Perform preventative maintenance on network components and security patch management-Provide initial level of support for service requests, incidents, and problems