Senior Network Engineer

• Design, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise LAN and WAN infrastructure
• Engineer and support Cisco routing and switching environments for mission-critical networks
• Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize enterprise routing and switching technologies, including: OSPF, BGP, VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), HSRP/VRRP
• Support WAN connectivity utilizing MPLS, VPN, and Internet-based transport technologies
• Configure, administer, and maintain Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls
• Design, implement, and support secure Palo Alto Global Protect remote access and site-to-site VPN solutions
• Monitor network health, analyze performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions
• Perform advanced Layer 1–7 network troubleshooting using industry-standard diagnostic tools
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, implementation plans, network diagrams, and standard operating procedures
• Participate in technology refreshes, network modernization efforts, and infrastructure upgrades
• Collaborate with cybersecurity personnel to ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF requirements, and applicable STIGs
• Support scheduled maintenance activities, incident response, and operational troubleshooting in a high-availability environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience
• Additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree
• Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CySA+, or equivalent)
• Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification
• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Extensive experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise Cisco network infrastructure
• Strong working knowledge of: TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, DDI (DNS / DHCP / IPAM), NAT, VLANs, Copper and fiber optic cabling standards, Quality of Service (QoS), OSPF, MPLS, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) technologies
• Hands-on experience configuring and administering Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls, including security policies, NAT, threat prevention, and Global Protect
• Experience implementing and supporting secure remote-access and site-to-site VPN technologies
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting enterprise LAN and WAN environments
• Experience supporting networking solutions within a fast-paced Department of Defense enterprise
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and as part of a technical team.

Demonstrates expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise LAN and WAN infrastructure, with a strong focus on Cisco routing and switching technologies. Proficient in configuring Palo Alto Networks firewalls and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies.

• Cisco Routing And Switching
• Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
• MPLS And VPN Technologies
• DoD Cybersecurity Compliance
• Network Troubleshooting

• LAN Infrastructure
• WAN Infrastructure
• OSPF
• BGP
• VLANs
• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
• HSRP/VRRP
• TCP/IP
• IPv4/IPv6
• Quality Of Service (QoS)

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Ability To Manage Multiple Priorities
• Team Collaboration

• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Security+
• CySA+

• Department Of Defense
• Cybersecurity Policies
• Network Modernization
• High-Availability Environment
• Incident Response

• Palo Alto Global Protect
• Network Diagnostic Tools
• Copper And Fiber Optic Cabling Standards
• DDI (DNS / DHCP / IPAM)
• Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)