SR Network Engineer (Regional Lead. Net) | Req#4605

• Senior position with multi-disciplined network experience across wired, wireless, and mobile broadband solutions. 
• Understands requirements, creates designs and network topology artifacts to meet or exceed connectivity, availability, reliability security SLAs.
• Leads the development of designs, plans and policies, and implementations of data networks based on the customers’ performance criteria and specifications. 
• Leads site surveys and network assessments to determine the best hardware and software components for network upgrades to ensure networks are reliable, efficient, and secure.
• Leads preliminary and final SPRIP development.
• Ensures installations are performed within safety standards and work site conditions (cleanliness), including restoration of the site to original or better condition.
• Provides Post-Deployment Over-the-Shoulder-Training to the O&M team to ensure smooth transition of the networks systems.
• Designs and implements routing policies and load balancing solutions for the customers using BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP routing protocols.
• Creates cyber artifacts such as topology/data flow diagrams, hardware/software lists, STIG checklists, ports/protocols/services, and POA&Ms.
• Designs and implements secure networks, systems, and application architectures. Implements and supports network management such as SNMP, SYSLOG, and orchestration. Creates LOM to capture all major components and installation materials to ensure successful deployment of systems.
• Prepares or contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
• Ensures network solutions are in compliance with all pertinent DAF policies and established compliant IT system integrations. 
• Coordinates with local Communication Squadron and/or regional cybersecurity teams to configure, turn up, and cutover new deployments.
• Assists the O&M team in troubleshooting network-related issues post-deployment of the new systems. 
• Resolves technical issues with networks, hardware, and software. Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments.

• Degree: Technical BA/BS degree; 
• Experience: 7 years with bachelor’s degree; 
• Commensurate: High School diploma or associate degree plus a minimum of 9 years performing as a Network Engineer on large, complex networks; 
• Specific Skills: Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), AutoCAD; demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with their team and customers; 
• Certification(s): CCNP or equivalent; CompTIA Security ; 
• Clearance: Secret

Preferred Certifications 

Candidates possessing one or more of the following certifications are strongly preferred:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise) or equivalent advanced networking certification
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) (highly desirable for senior-level candidates)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or CompTIA Security (advanced experience preferred beyond baseline requirement)
• ITIL 4 Foundation or IT service management certification
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent virtualization/infrastructure certification

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Education and Professional Training
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Recognition and Referral Programs
• Employee Assistance & Identity Theft Protection