Senior Principal Network Engineer

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled Senior Principal Network Engineer to integrate systems into a complex architecture via various technologies (Cisco SD-WAN, Aruba Edge-Connect, Juniper SD-WAN), implement configuration to provide Network Transport, develop Test and Evaluation Strategy, lead engineering focused Technical Exchanges to understand customer requirements and provide sound engineering guidance for seamless integration.

This is a Remote role in Dallas, TX. Must be local to area. Role requires up to 25% of travel.

• Integration and WAN Transport:
  Engineer scalable, resilient network integration solutions including IPSEC/VPN, WAN, SD-WAN, Black Core and hybrid-cloud topologies.
• Implementation & Deployment:
  Lead the configuration, and migration of Navy Systems and Sites into the SD-WAN Fabric.
• Network Security:
  Ensure integration configurations comply with the current accreditation authorization.
• Operations & Engagement:
  Work with the core Shore Based Engineering team to articulate changes in the environment to accommodate integration of customers
• Automation & SRE:
  Leverage scripting languages and configuration management frameworks (e.g., Python, Ansible, or Terraform) to automate repetitive infrastructure tasks and deployments.
• Test and Evaluation:
  Generate comprehensive Test Plans to ensure testing rigor. Produce Test Reports to present to the engineering team and Configuration Boards
• Documentation:
  Produce and maintain comprehensive network architecture diagrams, technical manuals, and configuration artifacts.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and fourteen (14) years or more of related experience. Years of experience in lieu of degree to be taken into consideration.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of proven, hands‑on experience designing and supporting enterprise‑level WAN routing environments.

• Deep understanding of core network protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, TCP/IP, VRF’s, IPSEC/VPN’s Black Core Routing).
• Expert‑level hardware configuration (Cisco, Juniper, and Aruba SD‑WAN Solutions).
• Security & Firewalls:
  Proven experience managing enterprise firewalls and web/proxy filters.
• Automation:
  Practical experience using Python or Ansible for network deployment automation.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start

• Certifications:
  
  Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Juniper Networks Certified Specialist (JNCIS), or equivalent professional-level certs.
• Security Standards:
  Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) environments, IAT Level II compliance (e.g., Security+ CE), or handling multi-level security domains.
• Cloud & Virtualization:
  Knowledge of cloud networking solutions (AWS/Azure) and virtual computing platforms (VMware NSX).

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.