**Job Description**

**US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED**

We are seeking a Network Engineer Principal that will be expected to team with peers, internal customers, and management to strengthen the consistency and standardization of IT Network Services to achieve operational excellence and program success. While this position is an individual contributor role, collaboration and solid technical knowledge and skills will be essential attributes.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

**What You'll Do:**

Lead network services from design through implementation, maintenance and sustainment.

Guide and Perform daily LAN/CAN/WAN network administration duties.

Provide resolution of Tier 3 network issues/outages and help-desk trouble tickets.

Coordinate with end-customer to schedule network conversions and cutovers.

Provide input to, and respond to, end-customer requirements in support of modernization efforts and performance enhancements.

Leverage knowledge of the following network services to ensure stable operations throughout the enterprise:

Network monitoring tools, troubleshooting methods, performance optimization and reporting

Wireless connectivity, video conferencing and IP-based voice solutions

Network protocols (implementation and configuration)

Load balancing and WAN acceleration solutions

Assist in establishing and adhering to standard processes and documentation.

Maintain security posture through device and firmware upgrades of network components.

Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.

Perform other duties as necessary.

**On-Site Work Environment:**

This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

**Working Conditions:**

Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

**Required Education, Experience, & Skills**

Related Bachelor s and 12 or more years of related experience; or HS Diploma and 18 or more years of related experience.

Each higher-level degree, i.e., Associate s, Bachelor s Degree, Master s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for additional years of experience.

Related certifications may count towards years of related experience.

Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.

Current TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph required.

Current Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification or higher is required.

Current CompTIA SEC , CCNA-Security certification or IAT-L3 is required.

Experience with Cisco routers and switches is required.

**Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills**

Experience with Arista and/or Juniper devices is desired.

Experience with VLANs, VPNs and routing protocols is desired.

Experience with using Wireshark for raw packet analysis is desired.

Experience with Cisco ASA firewalls a bonus.

Cisco Unified Collaboration Infrastructure and Technologies including CUCM, Cisco IP Phones, Unity Connection, Jabber, Video Conferencing a bonus.

Experience with voice signaling and call control protocols a bonus.

Python/shell scripting experience desired.

**Pay Information**

Full-Time Salary Range: $148000 - $204500

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

**Network Engineer Principal**

**99198BR**

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