SRE Transport WAN​/DSTB​/FAK

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to support and modernize a large-scale enterprise network environment spanning hundreds of geographically dispersed locations. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with deep expertise in LAN, WAN, WLAN, routing, switching, network security, and Tier III troubleshooting.

The successful candidate will help maintain and enhance mission-critical network infrastructure while supporting modernization initiatives within a highly secure environment.

Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot and resolve complex enterprise network incidents and performance issues.

Configure, maintain, and optimize routers, switches, firewalls, VLANs, wireless infrastructure, and network sensors.

Serve as a Tier III escalation resource for challenging network problems.

Support enterprise routing and switching technologies, including:

OSPFBGPEIGRPMPLSVPNsSD-WANMulticast

Develop and execute Engineering Implementation Plans (EIPs) for network changes and upgrades.

Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and recommend corrective actions.

Support network security initiatives using defense-in-depth principles and industry best practices.

Participate in architecture reviews and future-state network design efforts.

Manage change requests and deployment activities in accordance with established processes.

Utilize Agile methodologies and JIRA to track engineering efforts.

Maintain configuration baselines and ensure documentation accuracy.

Validate firmware updates, security patches, and configuration changes in a lab environment before production deployment.

Required Qualifications 6+ years of network engineering experience.

Active Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Cisco CCNA certification or higher.

DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification such as:

CASP+CISSPCCNP Security Equivalent certification

Strong expertise in:

LAN/WAN/WLANNetwork boundary engineering

Routing and switching

Enterprise network security

Experience supporting large-scale enterprise environments.

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications Cisco CCNP or CCIE certification.

Experience with network automation technologies.

Experience working within Agile/SAFe environments.

Familiarity with JIRA.Experience supporting large, geographically dispersed enterprise networks.

Education Bachelor's degree and 812 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 610 years of relevant experience.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Ideal Background Candidates with experience as any of the following may be a strong fit:

Senior Network Engineer Enterprise Network EngineerWAN Engineer Network Architect Network Operations Engineer Network Infrastructure Engineer Network Boundary Engineer This position offers the opportunity to work on large-scale enterprise networking initiatives, collaborate with highly skilled engineering teams, and contribute to the modernization of a mission-critical network environment.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Reston, VA.Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k)…