Senior Enterprise Network Engineer
Description
Job Description
CSCI is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our client’s Engineering Support Services program in Springfield, VA. This is a hybrid role, with in-office reporting once a week and occasional travel both within the continental U.S. (CONUS) and overseas (OCONUS). The Senior Network Engineer will provide critical engineering support to a large-scale network infrastructure, ensuring optimal operation of LAN and WAN systems across a complex, multi-site environment.
Responsibilities
- Network Design & Engineering: Provide subject matter expertise in the engineering, design, and maintenance of a corporate, campus-wide CISCO LAN plant featuring Gigabit switching and routing to both internal and external networks.
- Enterprise Network Solutions: Support the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of enterprise network solutions across multiple sites (over 200 locations).
- Technology Refresh Support: Play an active role in the planning, design, and deployment of technology refreshes for the enterprise network.
- Laboratory Assessments: Conduct lab assessments for both classified and unclassified DISN Services, ensuring proper connectivity and interoperability between WAN, IOEE/IOSEE, and DISA's NOCs (Network Operation Centers).
- Interoperability & Connectivity: Ensure the seamless interoperability of WAN, IOEE/IOSEE, and DISN network equipment and services.
- Implementation & Task Management: Plan, track, and document implementation tasks, ensuring the successful deployment of network solutions.
- Configuration & Documentation: Create and maintain configuration artifacts such as network maps, detailed designs, test plans, operations readiness test reports, device configurations, and maintenance procedures.
- Project & Incident Management: Monitor the completion of assigned tasks, projects, work orders, and incidents to ensure timely resolution.
- Specification Development: Develop technical specifications for simple to moderately complex network problems and solutions.
Minimum Requirements
- 5+ years of progressive experience in LAN/WAN engineering support, Network Administration, and WAN Administration within both classified and unclassified environments.
- Expertise in LAN/WAN protocols such as BGP, MPLS, and LDP, with experience in a service provider environment.
- Solid background in network design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting in a multi-vendor environment.
- Proficiency in device configuration for both wired and wireless technologies, as well as voice and video technologies.
- Active Secret clearance with SSBI or Top-Secret clearance.
- Valid U.S. Passport for potential OCONUS travel.
- DoD 8570 Baseline Certification (Category IAT Level III), such as CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCSP.
- Cisco Certified Network Professional-Enterprise (CCNP-E) certification or equivalent.
Preferred Skills
- Expertise in 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN technologies and associated software and hardware equipment.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple assigned projects and report on status and implementation plans.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Preferred certifications: AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Cloud+, Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE).
- Ability to obtain Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or higher certification.
- Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently when required.
- Proven ability to maintain positive relationships with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Adherence to data standards and policies, ensuring compliance with security and operational best practices.
- Motivated to learn and adopt new technologies and methodologies to continuously improve network performance and system efficiencies.
About CSCI
CSCI is an award-winning information technology and financial management consulting firm founded on one simple philosophy: “Do what is right, always.” We apply this philosophy across all elements of our growing business, from delivering world-class services for customers to providing an environment for associates that encourages personal and professional growth. At CSCI, work and fun aren’t diametrically opposed. Our goal is to hire people with proven track records and retain them with an energizing, diverse company culture. We value each associate’s natural drive to excel, and we provide them with the freedom to do things their way. CSCI seeks the best and brightest in the industry; those who are ready to move their lives and career forward. Join us today, and get excited about Mondays again!
Benefits of Working at CSCI
- Competitive Salaries
- 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO), plus 11 Paid Holidays
- Full Health Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Team Building Events and Employee Parties
CSCI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender identity. While all candidates are considered, CSCI encourages the above individuals to apply.
CSCI is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation, please contact CSCI Human Resources for further assistance. For questions regarding the qualifications listed above, please contact the CSCI Talent Acquisition Team.
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