Sr. Network Design Engineer

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Role: Sr. Network Design Engineer

Location: 5 days onsite in Suffolk, VA

Duration: 6-month contract to hire

Active TS/SCI is a must

Top Skills (NO FLEX ON THESE)

Juniper

CISSP or IAT Level III Cert

TS/SCI clearance willing to work onsite 5 days per week

Position Description: Join a dynamic team as a Senior Network Design Engineer, where you ll architect and optimize cutting-edge network solutions for enterprise and service provider environments. This role offers the opportunity to lead transformative projects, including SD-WAN migrations and datacenter integrations, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance network infrastructure. If you re a passionate, innovative engineer with expertise in routing protocols, VPN solutions, and ISP integration, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, mission-critical setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise and service provider networks, ensuring seamless integration with commercial ISPs (e.g., AT&T) and datacenter environments.
• Lead the design and deployment of Cisco-based SD-WAN solutions, transitioning from JUNOS platforms.
• Configure and optimize BGP, MPLS, and enterprise routing architectures for performance and reliability.
• Manage and troubleshoot WAN connectivity, ensuring high availability and performance tuning.
• Deploy and maintain secure VPN solutions, including site-to-site and IPsec tunnels over the Internet.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to translate business needs into resilient, scalable network designs.
• Document network configurations, designs, and operational procedures with clarity and precision.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and resolution for complex, escalated network issues.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and technical excellence.
  
  

Required Skills/Education:

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Certifications:
• IAT-III (e.g., CISSP, CASP , or equivalent).
• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) or Juniper certification (JNCIP/JNCIE).
• Functional area certifications (required prior to start).
• Experience:
• 10 years of proven experience working with commercial ISPs and integrating connectivity into datacenter environments.
• Deep expertise in BGP, MPLS, and enterprise routing protocols.
• Hands-on experience with Juniper platforms (Cisco experience highly desirable).
• Demonstrated success in configuring and supporting VPN solutions, including site-to-site and IPsec tunnels.
• Strong knowledge of WAN link management and performance optimization.
• Skills:
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and supporting team growth.
• Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).