Data Formats, Data Management, Data Quality, Defense Intelligence, Load Balancing, Local Area Network (LAN), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Design, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Simulation, Network Support, Network Systems, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Risk Management, Security System Design, Technical Leadership, Test Equipment, Topology, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN)
Network Engineer 3 based in Columbia, MD, responsible for designing, deploying, and supporting advanced network solutions for the U.S. intelligence and defense communities.
- Designs and optimizes network systems, including WAN/LAN topologies, high-speed scalable, fault-tolerant architectures, load-balancing, VPNs, and security measures.
- Coordinates with engineering teams to ensure mission-critical data flow with minimal downtime, validating data formats and managing data repositories.
- Leads complex network projects, troubleshoots issues, and operates network analyzers, simulators, and test equipment.
- Designs and evaluates security systems, supports risk management, and enforces trusted relationships among external systems.
- Provides technical leadership, guides junior engineers, and collaborates with cross-organizational teams to meet evolving operational requirements.
The role emphasizes performance optimization, security, and innovative network solutions in a high-stakes environment.