Network Engineer, Senior

Network Engineer, Senior

The Opportunity:

A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable agencies to achieve their missions, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their evolving needs? Crafting the right network with the right equipment and software requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That’s why we need an experienced network engineer like you who knows how to develop the exact network the DoD needs. 

As a Network Engineer on our team, you’ll use your experience in network design and architecture, system interoperability, OSI model, network transport layers, multi-protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding to support the nation’s defense and respond to evolving adversaries. You’ll troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructures, and increase security, reliability, and availability for mission-critical network systems.  

You’ll apply your expertise in routing and switching, troubleshooting, integration of encryption gear, network design and architecture, system interoperability, IP engineering, network transport layers, multi-protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding as you join our team of problem-solvers to help the DoD evolve and deploy new capabilities and technologies. 

Your knowledge of network protocols, equipment, emerging technology, and configurations will come in handy as you optimize client operations and modernization. Using your experience in key management, software and hardware firewalls, Cisco hardware, Palo Alto firewalls, cloud migration, optical infrastructure networking, virtual routing and forwarding, tactical networks, and SolarWinds, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission-critical projects. Using your technical curiosity and knowledge of industry standards, you’ll make an impact on national security missions.  

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

• 5+ years of experience in a large-scale enterprise network environment

• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining highly available and secure network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs

• ​Experience developing and maintaining network documentation, including topologies, configurations, procedures, and runbooks

• ​Knowledge of TCP or IP stack, routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, or EIGRP, and switching technologies, including VLANs, STP, or port-channeling 

• Ability to manage and optimize network monitoring, alerting, and logging systems to ensure proactive identification and resolution of issues

• ​Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis of complex network performance, connectivity, and security issues across LAN or WAN

• TS/SCI clearance

• HS diploma or GED

• Ability to obtain a Vendor Certification such as CCNA, CCNP Routing and Switching or Enterprise, Junos Certification (JNCIA), or JNCIP Certification, within 30 days of hire date

• Ability to obtain a Security+ Certification within 60 days of hire date

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience in network automation using scripting languages such as Python, and configuration management tools such as Ansible or Terraform 

• ​Experience mentoring junior team members and participating in cross-functional project teams

• Experience with Software-Defined Networking (SDN) concepts and tools such as Cisco ACI or SD-WAN

• Experience with network security best practices and technologies, including Next-Generation Firewalls such as Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, or Juniper SRX and VPN solutions

• Ability to clearly articulate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• ​Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to pay strict attention to detail

• Possession of excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified informati