Senior Network Engineer

Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, offers a wide range of services in the military modeling, simulation, and training (MS&T) industry from research efforts advancing simulation technologies to large acquisition contracts. Dignitas specializes in system and software analysis, design, development, testing, fielding, and courseware for Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training applications. 

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead network planning, development, implementation, and troubleshooting efforts 
• Serve as a subject matter expert for network policy, architecture, and planning 
• Develop and recommend network engineering solutions based on capability analysis 
• Support strategic roadmap development and future technology planning 
• Align network initiatives with program goals and mission requirements 

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related field (or equivalent experience) 
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience 
• DoDM 8140.03 IAT II certification compliance
• Designing and managing enterprise-level network systems 
• Cyber range or test bed environment operations 
• Network technologies including routing, switching, firewalls, DNS, VPNs, VLANs 
• Distributed network environments and policy development 
• Wireless infrastructure (802.11x, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G) 
• DoD network systems (e.g., Joint Information Operations Range (JIOR))

Special Requirements/Security Clearance

• Active TS/SCI clearance required

By Light recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)

By Light is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, veteran status, disability, and any other protected class in accordance with federal, state and local laws.