The Network Engineer Senior installs, analyzes, evaluates and supports network communications including LAN/WAN systems at more than 350 OCONUS sites.



Principal Accountabilities

(Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract.)

• Evaluates current network systems to propose and implement network system enhancements


• Defines, designs, and implements network solutions


• Applies advanced network engineering and architecture knowledge on complex and diverse problems where analysis of situation requires in-depth evaluation of various factors.


• May oversee network systems projects.


• Designs, installs, supports, and maintains new network hardware and software infrastructure.


• Provides right-sized network solutions that meet all program and enterprise requirements.


• Allocates network resources, monitors network performance and usage, and ensures most cost effective and efficient use of network resources.


• Ensures all IT equipment complies with industry and regulatory standards.


• Troubleshoots, analyses, and resolves faults in operational networks.


• Ensures routine preventative maintenance and license compliance is performed.


• Works closely with the program technical lead to write, validate, and implement accurate technical process documentation that is reviewed and approved by the Enterprise Network standards working group.


• Provides training and support for installation, deployment and integration team members to ensure hardware configuration and installation procedures and policies are correctly implemented.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to remain current on Cisco platforms


• Strong customer service skills working with a diverse, multi-national customer base, and the ability to simplify and communicate complex technical concepts, both verbally and written.


• Highly self-motivated and works effectively within a small team of engineers or independently, with the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment


• Cisco DNA Center and SD Access experience a plus


• Demonstrates independent problem-solving skills


• Demonstrate good written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external customers


• Active Top Secret security clearance required

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or related field; one (1) year of experience in related field can be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.


• Cisco CCNA Routing and Switching certification


• Cisco CCNP Routing and Switching certification strongly preferred.


• Five (5) years’ experience required in network engineering


• Additional experience/education may be required by assignment or contract

• CONUS: Generally, works in normal office environment, but remote telework may be authorized in certain situations.