Senior Network Engineer/Architect (SME)

Senior Network Engineer/Architect (SME) KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high‑end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. Key Responsibilities Provide technical guidance and direction for transport network design and engineering, network routing protocols, and advanced virtual networking technologies for missions to support operations. Establish overall strategic network standards and priorities. Plan large‑scale projects through vendor comparison and cost studies. Analyze the optimization of network system performance. Oversee the strategic interface of network systems configuration. Design and define system architecture for new or existing systems. Design, implement, and maintain hybrid cloud integration with multiple public cloud service providers. Identify COMSEC security requirements for the networks and platforms. Qualifications 15+ years of experience working as a Network Engineer/Architect. Familiarity with DoD, IC, and inter‑departmental/inter‑agency collaboration. Expertise in networking protocols (TCP/IP, VPN, BGP, etc.) and security standards. Familiarity with DoD compliance frameworks. Experience with enterprise‑level network monitoring and management tools. Experience in designing and defining system architecture for new or existing systems. Master’s Degree in a related field. Candidate must have a US Top Secret SCI security clearance with SAP experience. Work Environment & Compensation Location: On‑site, JBAB with possible travel to Lorton, VA. Travel Requirements: Minimal 0‑30%. Standard Working Hours: 40 hours per week. Basic Compensation: $210,000 – $240,000 per year for the DC area. Additional Compensation may include bonuses, commissions, sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. Benefits 401(k) plan with company match. Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Equal Opportunity Employer KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr