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ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.   Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.  IT  Rocket Lab’s IT team is responsible for how our global teams access information and run operations across our computer systems, networks, and devices. Our hardworking IT team is a group of flexible problem-solvers working in a fast-paced environment but who also thrive under the challenge of supporting all of our proprietary systems and people, from finance to launch operations. IT NETWORK ENGINEER II Located on site at Rocket Lab’s Auckland Production Complex in Mt. Wellington, Auckland, NZ, the IT Network Engineer II will be a member of a team responsible for the design, implementation, and operation of all IT network systems. These systems include support of the infrastructure required for Launch and Space Systems.  WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Be a member of the team that delivers a global focus on all the network infrastructure and software that will enable Rocket Lab Engineers to deliver our world class Launch and Space System capabilities Provides advice, and guidance to deliver and support for our highly reliable and available IT network infrastructure Lead upgrades, maintenance, and with a focus on continuous improvement to provide a reliable and secure network infrastructure Champion the IT Infrastructure Standards function(s) at Rocket Lab through the implementation of Standards for the deployment and management of the infrastructure environments to ensure: Compliance with Rocket Lab Policies Compliance with Cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures Simplified and consistent environment management practices Automated build and maintenance processes Improvements to increase reliability of systems System High Availability and Disaster Recovery That the team is providing effective support Clear and concise reporting on usage, uptime, support levels, etc. Comprehensive documentation of environments and support Efficient cost control Work with the other Network Engineers to establish WAN and LAN networking Standards Work with a team of world class IT, engineering, and business professionals YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: 5+ years of experience in IT and a bachelors degree or equivalent years of work experience (9+ years total work experience in IT) 3+ of those years of experience in a network focused technology role In-depth knowledge of Juniper network switching configuration, and management Knowledge of WAN, SD-WAN, routing, IPSEC, SSL VPNs Knowledge of the following: DNS, or DHCP THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Familiarity of Fortinet firewall configuration, and management Familiarity  of Cisco network switching configuration, and management Problem solving and analytical skills – able to see the big picture, make connections and appropriate decisions One or more of the following: Configuration Management, Automation, and/or Infrastructu