Network Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly

Type of Requisition Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required None Job Family IT Infrastructure and Operations Job Qualifications Skills: Enterprise Network, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructures Certifications: None Experience: 5+ years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description Senior Network Engineer We are seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Network Engineer to support a large-scale enterprise program. This position involves the design, implementation, support, and maintenance of a complex network environment consisting of Juniper and Cisco switches, load balancers, and boundary devices. The ideal candidate will have experience managing networks that support hundreds of thousands of endpoint devices and must have a strong understanding of network security compliance and software-defined networking (SDN) practices. The engineer will also be responsible for utilizing Forward Networks software to create virtual network clones, test SDN code upgrades, and assist with comprehensive documentation of the current network infrastructure. Responsibilities Provide day-to-day operational support, troubleshooting, and maintenance of enterprise-scale Juniper and Cisco switching infrastructure Configure and maintain load balancing technologies and boundary security devices (e.g., firewalls, edge routers) Build virtual replicas of the production network using Forward Networks, simulate and validate SDN code changes, and document the existing physical and logical network topology Ensure network integrity, performance, and security for a distributed infrastructure supporting several hundred thousand endpoints Monitor and respond to network incidents, lead root cause analysis and resolution efforts Maintain and update network diagrams, configurations, and documentation in accordance with industry and organizational standards Ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements Participate in planning and executing network upgrades, migrations, and optimizations Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, infrastructure, and application teams Work independently with minimal supervision while proactively identifying and resolving network issues Qualifications Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Experience: 5+ years of related experience supporting enterprise networks with Cisco and Juniper technologies Strong knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), VLANs, VRFs, and QoS Experience configuring and managing load balancers (F5, Citrix, or equivalent) and boundary devices such as firewalls or network access control appliances Proficiency with Forward Networks or similar digital twin/virtual network simulation tools Solid understanding of Software-defined Networking (SDN) principles Demonstrated ability to work independently and self-direct tasks in a complex environment Strong awareness of network security best practices, compliance standards, and patch management processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be willing to support an on-call rotation Preferred Qualifications Relevant certifications such as CCNP, JNCIP, CCIE, or JNCIE Experience in high-availability, mission-critical environments Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Ansible) for network automation is a plus Experience in government or highly regulated enterprise environments is desirable Other Requirements Security clearance level: TS/SCI w/Poly US citizenship required Benefits Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages 401(K) with company match Paid time off, vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, bereavement, jury duty leave Short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death, critical illness, business travel and accident insurance Health Savings Accounts, dental, vision plans Compensation The likely salary range for this position is $110,500 - $149,500. Schedule Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Location USA, MD Annapolis Junction Additional Information Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co