NOC Senior Network Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a NOC Senior Network Engineer
. Responsibilities include designing scalable network architectures, leading network upgrades, developing technical documentation and SOPs, supporting security compliance, and evaluating new technologies. This is a direct placement role located in Springfield, Virginia
. The NOC Senior Network Engineer is expected to have experience in network design, network operations, enterprise networking, security, and cloud networking. This is a great opportunity to support mission-critical network infrastructure.

• Design and implement scalable network architectures to support operational requirements.
• Lead network upgrades, deployments, and infrastructure improvements.
• Develop technical documentation, SOPs, and network best practices.
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend enhancements to network performance and reliability.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Networking, Computer Science, or related field (preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in network design, or operations (preferred).
• Expertise in enterprise networking, security, and cloud networking.

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and CompTIA Security+. If not currently certified, the selected candidate must obtain the required certifications within six months of hire. Failure to do so may result in termination of employment. A higher-level certification may be accepted in place of CCNA at Microsoft’s discretion.

• Salary range: $160,000 - $190,000
  * depending on experience*
• Comprehensive Benefits: health insurance, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(k)/retirement plan, paid time off, and maternity/paternity leave.

This job opens for applications on 8/28/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.