Senior Network / Communications Engineer (Hybrid Cloud + OCONUS with Security Clearance

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading cyber operations, intelligence solutions and operations, network infrastructure, engineering and business enablement and enterprise operations company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow. We are actively hiring a Senior Network / Communications Engineer (Hybrid Cloud + OCONUS Connectivity) with a TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to support a program in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you will design, deploy, and operate the program's global communications network that connects AWS-hosted cloud hubs to country hubs and remote Points of Entry (POEs) across dozens of nations. This role is a hands-on engineer/architect responsible for cloud networking in AWS (VPC design, Transit Gateway, routing, VPN/Direct Connect where applicable, security controls, virtual firewalls such as vASA, and infrastructure-as-code using Terraform) as well as field-deployable connectivity solutions (VSAT, line-of-sight, and terrestrial ISP integrations) in austere environments. The engineer ensures secure, resilient, and observable connectivity for mission-critical data flows, partners with NOC/SRE teams to implement monitoring and rapid incident response (including network observability tooling), produces network standards/baselines and as-built documentation, and supports 30-40% OCONUS travel for site surveys, cutovers, and high-priority restorations. This role specializes in designing and deploying functional networks and communications systems in austere environments, utilizing non-traditional methods such as satellite, broadband over powerline, and line-of-sight technologies. What You'll Be Doing: * Design and develop communications products and network technologies to meet operational requirements. * Configure and install communications and networking equipment, including VSAT, Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and interconnecting media such as Cat5/6, coaxial, and fiber optics (single and multi-mode). * Coordinate with telecommunications and Internet Service Provider (ISP) vendors to maintain and troubleshoot purchased technologies. * Monitor and manage network performance using Network Operations Center (NOC) tools to ensure optimal functionality. * Conduct testing of network designs and implement enhancements and upgrades to improve system performance. * Develop standards and baselines for program network equipment, ensuring compliance with the latest security updates and guidance. * Create comprehensive documentation for processes and procedures, including logical and physical network diagrams, for presentation to government stakeholders. * Evaluate and report on emerging communications technologies to enhance network capabilities. * Plan and execute temporary duty assignments (TDYs), including equipment procurement, shipping, and travel coordination for OCONUS network maintenance and installations. * Provide training on network and VSAT systems to ensure team members are aware of cyber threats, mitigation techniques, and best practices. Required Skills: * Bachelor's degree and at least 10+ years of related professional experience or equivalent experience in lieu of degree. * Proficiency in configuring and installing network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other interconnection devices. * Strong AWS networking experience (including IaC/Terraform), demonstrated global WAN/field deployment experience (VSAT/LOS/ISP coordination), and proven ability to troubleshoot complex hybrid network issues under uptime constraints. * Experience working with various connectivity media, such as Cat5/6, coaxial, and fiber optics. * Knowledge of network architecture design, including cost/benefit analysis and hardware/software selection. * Familiarity with austere environment communications solutions, including satellite and line-of-sight technologies. * Ability to troubleshoot and resolve network issues in real-time. * Strong documentation skills, including the ability to create detailed engineering specifications and network diagrams. * 30-40% International Travel * Must possess an active passport or ability to obtain immediately upon hire. Desired Skills: * Experience traveling to OCONUS locations, particularly developing countries and conflict zones, for network installation and maintenance.
* Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and techniques for mitigating threats.
* Familiarity with VSAT systems and training methodologies.