Senior Network Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to support a federal client and their mission‑critical systems that safeguard our Homeland in Colorado Springs, CO
. In this role, you will design, implement, secure, and maintain complex enterprise network infrastructure. You will serve as a technical expert, drive network optimization, and provide advanced troubleshooting and mentorship across the engineering team.

• This position requires an active Secret Security Clearance*

• Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPN devices.
• Monitor and optimize network performance.
• Troubleshoot complex issues using logs and tools such as Wireshark.
• Perform capacity planning and bandwidth management.
• Integrate network infrastructure with cloud and other IT systems.
• Maintain network documentation and diagrams.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Manage tenant network segments, load‑balancing services, and IP address inventory.

• Active Secret clearance
• U.S. Citizenship only (no dual citizenship)
• Bachelor’s degree + 12 years of experience, or equivalent experience
• One of: CCNP, CCDE, or CCIE
• Within commutable distance to the location site
• Ability to support 24x7x365 environments and participate in on‑call rotation

• Target Salary: $165,000 - $180,000
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays.

• DHS Suitability

This position will start accepting applicants on 2/10/2026 and will remain open for 30 days.