NS-Senior Network Engineer (Tactical / Transport / SATCOM Integration)

Senior Network EngineerClearance Level: U.S. Citizen with Secret clearanceLocation: APG, MD (Remote)Position Summary:The Senior Network Engineer designs, integrates, and sustains tactical and enterprise communications networks supporting Army and joint operations. This role focuses on hands-on engineering of transport, routing, and network services across RF, SATCOM, and terrestrial systems.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement tactical and strategic communications networks, including DISN/GIG integrationEngineer routing, switching, and transport solutions across deployed and lab environmentsConfigure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and network servicesDevelop and validate network architectures for adjacent, higher, lower, and coalition forcesIntegrate voice, video, and data systems (VoIP, Call Manager, tactical voice systems)Support SATCOM and LOS/BLOS transport integration into IP networksPerform network performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimizationConduct protocol analysis using tools such as Wireshark and network sniffersSupport lab environments, fielding efforts, and operational troubleshootingDevelop network diagrams, configurations, and technical documentationSupport test events, exercises, and field deploymentsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)7–12+ years of network engineering experienceStrong expertise in:Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, Multicast)LAN/WAN, VLANs, network segmentationCisco technologies (IOS/NXOS, ASA, ISE, UCS)Experience with tactical communications networks (WIN-T or similar)Experience integrating SATCOM and RF transport into IP networksHands-on troubleshooting in lab and field environmentsActive Directory and virtualization (VMware) familiarityDesired CertificationsCCNP (CCIE preferred)Security+ (or equivalent DoD 8570 compliance)TravelUp to 20–30% (fielding, exercises, integration events)