Network Architect, Senior

Overview

Network Engineer, Senior – Booz Allen Hamilton

Job Number: R0229903

Location:

Englewood, CO

Seniority level:
Not Applicable;

Employment type:

Full-time;
Job function:
Information Technology;
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting

A well‑designed network is critical to move data and enable the Department of Defense (DoD) to achieve its missions. Your role as a seasoned Network Engineer will involve developing the exact network the DoD needs, balancing technical skill and careful planning to meet evolving requirements.

As a Network Engineer on our team, you’ll use your experience in network design and architecture, system interoperability, the OSI model, network transport layers, multi‑protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding to support the nation’s defense and respond to evolving adversaries. You’ll develop enterprise‑wide infrastructure design, troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructures, and increase security, reliability, and availability for mission‑critical network systems.

Your expertise in routing and switching, network design and architecture, IP engineering, and virtualization will guide our team to help the DoD evolve and deploy new capabilities and technologies. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission‑critical projects using software and hardware firewalls, Cisco and Palo Alto equipment, Juniper hardware, and optical infrastructure networking, making an impact on national security missions.

• 7+ years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting multi‑protocol IP backbone and access networks
• 7+ years of experience implementing and configuring Software‑Defined Wide Area Network (SD‑WAN) solutions
• 7+ years of experience documenting complex network and security architectures, procedures, and troubleshooting workflows
• 7+ years of experience designing and architecting enterprise network and cybersecurity solutions within DoD hybrid environments such as cloud and on‑premise
• Experience directly or indirectly supporting DoD programs, standards, or mission requirements
• Experience working with secret classified networks
• Knowledge of security, routing, and switching protocols, including BGP, IS‑IS, OSPF, MPLS, LDP, RSVP, VPLS, STP, and L3
  
  VPNs
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain a DoD 8140 or 8570 IAT Level II Certification within 6 months of hire date

• Experience supporting and operating DoD networks
• Experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting multivendor network and security platforms such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HPE, and VMware
• Experience administering Linux and Unix systems in enterprise or tactical environments
• Experience applying STIGs and performing system security hardening
• Experience administering Windows systems and services
• Experience with commercial and DoD cloud networks
• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or a related field
• CCNA, CCNP, VMware, JNCIA, or JNCP Certification

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information;
Secret clearance is required.

Salary range: $77,600.00 to $ (annualized USD). The range reflects factors such as location, education, skills, and contract requirements. The posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.