Senior Network Engineer

• Designing, engineering, installing, configuring, and removing switches, routers, firewalls, and telephones in operational and test lab environments.
• Applying knowledge of enterprise system monitoring and management tools (Solar Winds, WireShark, Apstra, Paragon Active Assurance, etc.) to analyze network activity and problems.
• Using and incorporating broad technical knowledge of the diverse business areas within the enterprise in the assessment of network engineering technologies, computing systems hardware, and software protocols.
• Providing the customer with technical guidance and direction in the design and implementation of network solutions using an advanced understanding of network theory and maintaining specific enterprise network architecture.
• Establishing overall strategic network standards and priorities to maintain the network baseline, recommending network design changes/enhancements, and analyzing the optimization of network systems' performance.
• Providing high-level technical advice and guidance to managers and technical resources on how network technologies can be utilized to meet current and future organizational needs.

• US Citizenship required
• Security Clearance: must possess an active Top-Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in a science and technology-related discipline such as Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, and Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university and
• Experience: 9+ years of relevant experience or a Master's degree in a science and technology-related discipline and 7+ years of relevant experience. May substitute 9+ years of relevant experience for a degree.
• Certifications: Must possess DoD 8570 baseline certification (IAT Level II)
  • Must possess a current CCNA or JNCIA with 3+ years of experience. 
• Strong background in Microsoft Office tools and Visio.
• Record of success in contributing to completing programs and projects; ability to obtain results and make key recommendations.
• Experience with Agile or DevOps project management styles.
• Working knowledge and experience with dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, etc.
• WAN experience
• Experience interfacing with DISA and other telecommunications providers
• Strong understanding of software-defined networking (SDN) with an emphasis on VMware distributed switching
• Strong understanding of Layer-2 and Layer-3 networks from both a network as well as systems administration view.

• Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of discipline processes, including information and data management, as well as configuration control.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, showcasing your ability to lead and collaborate with contract representatives and government sponsors.
• Provide high-level summaries of results and draw meaningful conclusions based on data interpretation.
• Possess a CCNP or JNCIP-ENT certification, validating your advanced expertise in network engineering.
• Acquaintance with VxLAN technology will be advantageous in this role.
• Previous experience with SD-WAN (128T/SSR) and firewalls (specifically Palo Alto) will further strengthen your candidacy.
• Familiarity with IP fabrics, particularly Apstra, is a plus.
• Possess a working knowledge of HAIPE type 1 encryption devices, ensuring the secure transmission of sensitive information.

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