Sr Network Engineer Jobs

Job Description: Top Skills - Must Haves CCNP Network engineering Top Skills' Details Cisco certified network professional: Will build/deploy all networking components for rank/stack services Secondary Skills - Nice to Haves Router CCNA Cisco routers Cisco switches Data center Switches Job Description What You'll Do -Lead the design and deployment of all networking components associated with rack and stack infrastructure builds, including core, distribution, and access layer switching -Architect and implement routing solutions across complex, multi-site environments using OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP -Configure and manage Cisco switching infrastructure including VLANs, spanning tree, port channels, and QoS policies -Integrate network infrastructure with VMware NSX and virtualized environments in coordination with the infrastructure engineering team -Design and enforce network segmentation strategies to meet DISA STIG and RMF compliance requirements -Serve as the primary network subject matter expert, providing technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers and technicians -Support ATO processes by producing and maintaining network architecture documentation, data flow diagrams, and configuration baselines -Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across switching, routing, and security layers -Evaluate and recommend network technologies and solutions aligned with program requirements and government standards -Maintain accurate and current network documentation including topology diagrams, IP address management, and change records What You Bring -8–10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering with demonstrated depth across routing, switching, and network security -Active Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification required; CCIE a strong plus -Extensive experience with Cisco enterprise networking platforms including Catalyst, Nexus, and ASR product families -Strong working knowledge of routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP in complex multi-site environments -Experience designing and deploying network infrastructure as part of rack and stack build programs -Familiarity with network virtualization concepts and integration with VMware NSX environments -Working knowledge of DISA STIGs, NIST 800-53, and RMF as applied to network infrastructure -Active Top Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility strongly preferred Preferred Qualifications -Prior experience supporting classified programs in a DoD, IC, or cleared defense contractor environment -Experience with network automation and scripting tools such as Ansible, Python, or Cisco DNA Center -Familiarity with SD-WAN, network access control (NAC), or zero trust network architecture concepts -Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered -DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III certification (Security+, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent) Work Environment Onsite-- travel required between TX and IA Business Drivers/Customer Impact Building out their Secure Dev Environment (SDE)

Project Summary: Our Buyer, a Fortune Aerospace & Defense organization, is implementing a Secure Development Environment (SDE) Infrastructure Deployment to support classified and controlled engineering workloads associated with Department of Defense (DoD) External Communities