Senior Network Engineer supporting national security programs in Dallas, TX. This full-time, on-site role requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance and offers a salary range of $110,800–$185,100 annually. Responsibilities include configuring and troubleshooting Cisco ISE, routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and VMware in classified environments. The engineer will lead network design, resolve complex issues, and recommend performance and security improvements, working independently or with small teams. Qualifications include 8–10 years of networking experience, a relevant degree or equivalent, active security certifications such as Security+, and expertise in Cisco ISE, routing, switching, and firewall administration. Certifications like CCNP or CCIE are preferred. The role emphasizes contributing to critical national missions within an employee-owned company committed to integrity, innovation, and impact. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and education support.
Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States, with approximately 1,400 employees nationwide. Based in the Washington, DC, suburb of Chantilly, VA, the company provides systems engineering, technical and managed services to government and private sector customers. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was named “Contractor of the Year” at the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards in October, 2007.