Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Clearance Required : Secret Clearance

Locations : Adelphi, MD (Onsite)

Position Overview:

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the acquisition, installation, maintenance, and optimization of local area networks (LAN) across various sites. The roles include evaluating contractor products, implementing and managing network infrastructure, enforcing security procedures, and maintaining compliance with organizational policies. These positions also involve user training, network software installation, and telecommunications system support, with an emphasis on secure and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the acquisition, installation, and maintenance of network hardware and software.

• Evaluate vendor products for compatibility and recommend solutions to meet company needs.

• Manage and monitor network performance, ensuring reliable connectivity and throughput.

• Implement and enforce network security procedures and standards.

• Install and support network software and telecommunication systems.

• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues.

• Develop and implement network policies and procedures aligned with IT and organizational goals.

• Provide end-user training on network operations.

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Layer 2/3 switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and encryption devices.

• Configure and manage routing protocols including OSPF and BGP.

• Work with technologies related to 802.1x, 802.11, MAC bridging, and encryption/encoding standards.

• Support IPSEC, IPV4, and IPV6 network configurations and troubleshooting.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in network administration or engineering roles

• Education: master's degree or bachelor's degree with an additional 2 years of experience

• Certifications (Required):

• CompTIA Network+ CE

• CCNP or equivalent certifications

• Must meet DoD 8750 and 8140 compliance requirements

  Kwaan Bear Technology (KBT), is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. KBT is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at KBT are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. KBT will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.