Senior Computer Network Engineer

Senior Computer Network Engineer | Lorton, VA, United States | Hybrid | $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

This employer is a leading technology solutions provider for government and commercial clients, recognized for driving innovative digital and mission advancements. They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Engineer to spearhead enterprise network engineering services for a critical program supporting the Air Force. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization that values technical excellence and impactful contributions.

The Role

• Provide technical leadership to a team of network engineers in designing, implementing, and supporting complex network infrastructures within Department of Defense (DoD) environments.
• Oversee Network Operations Center (NOC) functions to ensure the high availability, security, and rapid incident response for critical customer networks.
• Develop detailed network designs and architectures that strictly adhere to DoD standards and security mandates.
• Collaborate with procurement and technical teams to source appropriate network hardware and software, and oversee their installation and configuration, including routers, switches, firewalls, and servers.
• Conduct comprehensive testing of network systems to verify functionality, performance, and security compliance, and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all network configurations, installations, and changes, including network diagrams.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of experience or Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience in network engineering.
• Expert knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs), routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Proven experience with enterprise network design principles, hybrid cloud architectures (especially with Azure), and OSI Layers 1-4 security standards.
• Hands-on experience in the installation and configuration of physical networking equipment, LANs, and the design/deployment of WANs using VPN technologies.
• Familiarity with network management and troubleshooting tools (ICMP, SNMPv3, Syslog) and excellent problem-solving skills.
• US Citizen with an active Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start.

What's On Offer

• The opportunity to lead a critical network engineering team for a significant program within a respected industry leader.
• Comprehensive pay and benefits package, including health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans.
• A culture that emphasizes ethical leadership, innovation, and pushing beyond the status quo.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and a chance to contribute to impactful government missions.

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