Senior Service Provider Network Engineer - SRv6 & Crosswork (Onsite)

Job Role: Senior Service Provider Network Engineer SRv6 & Crosswork (Onsite)

Location: Oahu, Hawaii

Duration: Full Time

Job Description:

The Sr. Service Provider Network Engineer to provide technical leadership, subject matter expertise, and engineering oversight supporting Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) A6. This position plays a critical role in the operation, optimization, and expansion of the PACAF BlackCore network, leveraging advanced Cisco SRv6 and Crosswork technologies to support mission-critical communications across the Pacific Area of Responsibility (AOR).

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in enterprise networking, WAN technologies, network security, and DoD cybersecurity requirements while serving as a trusted technical advisor to government stakeholders and senior leaders.

How You ll Make an Impact:

• Provide engineering oversight and operational support for the PACAF BlackCore SRv6 network environment.
• Design, implement, optimize, and maintain Cisco SRv6 and Crosswork solutions supporting mission-critical operations.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of SRv6 configurations, network policies, standards, and operational procedures.
• Deliver technical training and knowledge transfer to PACAF personnel.
• Support ongoing maintenance, modernization, and expansion of the BlackCore network infrastructure.
• Serve as the technical lead during network incidents, troubleshooting efforts, and service restoration activities.
• Monitor network performance and optimize configurations for bandwidth utilization, application-aware routing, resiliency, and failover capabilities.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for connectivity, performance, security, and routing issues within SRv6 environments.
• Assist the Government with Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and Accreditation & Authorization (A&A) documentation.
• Develop, review, and maintain RMF deliverables, including:
  • System Security Plans (SSPs)
  • Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) documentation
  • Control validation artifacts
  • STIG compliance documentation
  • Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
  • System Topology Documentation
• Collect and develop A&A artifacts in accordance with Authorizing Official (AO) requirements.
• Provide recommendations for risk mitigation strategies and follow-on corrective actions.
• Support network architecture planning and implementation efforts across PACAF Main Operating Bases (MOBs) and Geographically Separated Units (GSUs).
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings to government leadership, technical teams, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and government teams to ensure successful mission execution.

Skills That Drive Success:

• Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience supporting Cisco SRv6 solutions.
• Strong understanding of Air Force Cyber architecture and PACAF organizational structures, including MOBs and GSUs.
• Experience supporting DoD cybersecurity requirements, RMF processes, ATO packages, and compliance activities.
• Experience collecting, developing, and maintaining Accreditation & Authorization (A&A) artifacts.
• Advanced understanding of enterprise networking concepts and architectures.
• Professional-level proficiency with:
  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • VPNs
  • VLANs
  • OSPF
  • BGP
  • MPLS
  • SRv6
• Deep knowledge of WAN technologies and network optimization strategies.
• Experience leading network implementation, deployment, maintenance, and modernization efforts.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and cybersecurity best practices.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex networking and security issues.
• Experience creating and maintaining detailed network design documentation and diagrams.
• Familiarity with cloud networking environments, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools, including SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
• Experience briefing technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to brief senior leaders and large audiences.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.

Certification Requirements:

Must possess one (1) certification meeting DoD 8140 Advanced Cyber Workforce requirements, including but not limited to:

• CISSP
• CISSP-ISSEP
• CISM
• CISA
• CySA+
• GSLC
• GSNA
• GCSA
• FITSP-A
• CPTE
• CISSO

and

Must meet DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III requirements through one (1) of the following:

• CASP+ CE
• CISSP
• CISA
• CCSP

What Sets You Apart:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
• Juniper Networks Certified Professional (JNCIP).
• Experience supporting large-scale DoD enterprise networking environments.
• Experience with Cisco Crosswork platforms and automation tools.
• Experience supporting Air Force and PACAF mission environments.
• Experience leading enterprise network transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) architectures and automation technologies.

Travel Requirements:

• Primary work location is Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) A6, Oahu, Hawaii.
• Ability to travel throughout the PACAF Area of Responsibility to support Main Operating Bases (MOBs) and Geographically Separated Units (GSUs).
• Travel may be required for up to 10% of the time.

Why You ll Love It:

• Opportunity to support critical national defense and Indo-Pacific mission operations.
• Work with cutting-edge networking technologies, including Cisco SRv6 and Crosswork.
• Serve as a key technical advisor to senior military and government leadership.
• Collaborate with highly skilled engineers and cybersecurity professionals.
• Contribute directly to the modernization and resilience of Air Force communications infrastructure.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.