The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a network infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of networking and telecommunications, as well as the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical area with an emphasis on Networking and Telecommunications.
Secret Security Clearance is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage network infrastructure to support business operations.
- Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
- Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN).
- Perform network maintenance and system upgrades, including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues and outages.
- Collaborate with other IT staff to develop and implement network solutions.
- Ensure network security through the implementation of appropriate measures and protocols.
- Document network configurations, changes, and procedures.
- Provide technical support and guidance to junior network engineers and other IT staff.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in IT Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent with an emphasis on Networking and Telecommunications or a related technical area.
- Sec+CE certification within six months of hire.
- Cisco CCIE or Juniper JNCIE certification (optional).
- Minimum of four years of engineering experience with large scale IP networks.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and technologies (e.g., MPLS, VPN, QoS).
- Experience with network security practices and technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS).
- Proficiency in network monitoring and performance tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCDP) are a plus.
- Secret Security clearance - THIS IS ESSENTIAL
Required Experience:
- Minimum four years of engineering experience with large scale IP networks.
Knowledge in several of the following areas is required:
- Large scale IP networking environments, preferably within the DoD.
- Cisco router/switch configuration and troubleshooting.
- Juniper router/switch configuration and troubleshooting.
- IP network troubleshooting.
- IP network lab testing.
- Substantial experience with Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6).
- Routing with IS-IS and BGP.
- MPLS VPN/Traffic Engineering.
Additional Skills:
- Handling assignments involving technology, network planning and analysis, and testing strategies.
- Excellent presentation and email skills.
- Ability to participate in working groups.
Salary range $140,000 - $190,000 p/a
Relocation offered.