Senior Network Engineer

Job Description Senior Network Engineer SME Clearance: Active Top Secret Location: Washington DC, onsite at the Pentagon Industry: Department of Defense Salary: Up to $225k/yr. Required Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Telecommunications, or Management Information Systems. 8 years of experience in network engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior or lead role. 8 years of experience supporting DoD Information Assurance Risk Management Framework (DIARMF). 8 years of experience utilizing the DoD Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS). 8 years of experience implementing and maintaining patch versions and Department of Defense (DoD) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) levels on all network servers and workstations. Ability to obtain DoD 8140 IAT Level II Certification within 6 months. In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS). Experience with network hardware and software from major vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet). Proficiency in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting. Strong understanding of network security principles and practices. Familiarity with cloud networking (e.g., AWS, Azure) and virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V). Active TS clearance required Responsibilities: Network Design and Implementation: Design, implement, and maintain robust, secure, and scalable network architectures. Ensure the network infrastructure meets performance and reliability requirements. Network Management: Oversee day-to-day network management, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization. Technical Leadership: Lead network-related projects, providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians. Security: Implement and maintain network security measures such as firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including design diagrams, configuration details, and standard operating procedures. Collaboration: Work closely with IT teams, departments, and external vendors to ensure seamless integration of network services with other systems and applications. Continuous Improvement: Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Recommend and implement improvements to enhance network performance, security, and reliability. Support: Provide advanced technical support for network-related issues, including after-hours support as needed. Serve as the SME for the installation, configuration, and administration of CISCO, Stratix, Juniper, and/or Aruba devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls. Collaborate with team members to analyze and resolve user problems and perform preventative maintenance. Possess advanced knowledge of TCP/IP network design and support, including LAN, WAN, and SDN networks, routing, and subnetting. Perform duties associated with PWS section 5. EOE/ADA clearance IND123