Network Engineer

Description

The network engineer supports the technical rollout and day-to-day running of a large, global network contract for the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Technologies. The work covers round-the-clock worldwide network operations across all regions, along with modernization, security integration, service management and customer engagement.

Requisition type is pipeline. Top Secret clearance must currently be held, and the role requires being able to obtain Top Secret. No public trust or other clearance is required. Job family is IT Infrastructure and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Help the network architect and program leaders define outputs, outcomes and the adoption framework for new projects, then carry them through implementation.
• Keep the current network environment running while preparing it for modernization.
• Help the network architect shape the enterprise architecture, strategy and roadmap for network capabilities so they line up with business, technology and cybersecurity goals.
• Build provisioning, monitoring and operational support using secure, scalable, automated and AI-assisted tools.
• Apply governance frameworks, lifecycle controls and operating standards to hardware, processes and procedures.
• Produce architecture documents, implementation guidance and metrics, including telemetry-driven reporting that drives consistency, automation, resiliency and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Hold an active TS/SCI clearance.
• Hold a bachelor's degree in a related technical field, or a combination of degree and experience.
• Have at least 8 years of technical experience.
• Hold Cisco CCNP certification or an aligned equivalent.
• Hold Security+ or DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• Have supported network solutions that use load balancing, routing, switching, firewalls, congestion and prioritization management, and/or microsegmentation.
• Understand and have worked with Zero Trust Architecture, NIST frameworks and other government standards and compliance frameworks.
• Understand software-defined networking (SDN), SD-WAN, container networking, virtualization platforms and other cloud-focused network technologies.
• Have worked with one or more major vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, HPE, Avaya or similar.
• Have supported enterprise WiFi environments, including mesh solutions.
• Have worked with Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Have integrated workflows and automation with ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow.
• Have experience with DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Python, Git and/or other relevant technologies.
• Preferred: experience working in a government enterprise environment.
• Preferred: demonstrated understanding of Natural Language Processing (NLP) implementation and intent-based architecture concepts.
• Preferred: experience with low-bandwidth, high-latency locations and solutions.
• Preferred: CISSP certification.
• Preferred: one or more Microsoft certifications, such as Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Microsoft AI-centric professional certifications or Applied Skills.
• Preferred: AWS Certified Advanced Networking and/or AWS Certified Security.
• Preferred: technical certifications from other network or security industry leaders.

Conditions

Based onsite in Washington, DC, USA.

Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week.

Travel is required for less than 10% of the time.

U.S. citizenship is required.

Identity verification is part of hiring and uses biometrics and AI. Candidates must be on camera for virtual interviews, and biometric data is used for identity verification and security.

The company is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Benefits

• Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, plus dental and vision plans.
• 401(k) with pre-tax and post-tax contributions up to IRS limits and a company match.
• Full flex work weeks where possible, and paid time off including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• Short- and long-term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance, provided or available.
• Competitive pay and an AI-powered career tool that identifies next steps and learning opportunities.
• Internal mobility support for career goals and a military-friendly workplace.
• Likely salary range of $122,275 to $165,431, set by experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements, and may fall outside this range.