What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Network Engineer (TS/SCI 26-052) with Security Clearance position at Strategic Analysis Incorporated?
Strategic Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Senior Network Engineer (TS/SCI #26-052) Job Code:26-052
Location:Arlington, VA
FT/PT Status:Full Time
Required Clearance:Top Secret w/ CI Poly Strategic Analysis, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, secure, and maintain enterprise-level network infrastructure supporting mission-critical operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of complex network environments, with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity, compliance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in secure network operations, infrastructure modernization, and team leadership within high-demand, regulated environments. Key Responsibilities * Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable network infrastructure across enterprise environments * Manage and optimize network performance, ensuring high availability and reliability of mission-critical systems * Monitor network activity, identify vulnerabilities, and implement mitigation strategies to strengthen security posture * Lead incident response efforts, including detection, analysis, containment, and recovery from network security events * Implement and support Zero Trust Architecture and other modern security frameworks * Oversee patch management, system upgrades, and infrastructure lifecycle planning * Ensure compliance with federal, DoD, and industry security standards and regulations * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system integrations, deployments, and operational requirements * Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers and support staff * Manage network-related projects, including planning, execution, and resource allocation * Maintain documentation for network configurations, processes, and security controls Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience) * 10 years of experience in network engineering, IT operations, or cybersecurity * Strong expertise in: Network security and architecture; Incident response and vulnerability management; Enterprise infrastructure and communications systems * Experience supporting large-scale, distributed environments (thousands of users) * Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex technical operations * Active Top Secret / SCI clearance (required); CI Poly preferred or ability to pass
Preferred Certifications * CompTIA Security , Network , CySA , PenTest * ISC2 SSCP or similar security certification * Additional certifications in network security or infrastructure (e.g., CISSP, CCNP, etc.) Strategic Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 or older), protected veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history) or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy includes but is not limited to the following employment actions: recruitment, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, compensation, fringe benefits, training, mentoring and sponsorship programs.
Location:Arlington, VA
FT/PT Status:Full Time
Required Clearance:Top Secret w/ CI Poly Strategic Analysis, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, secure, and maintain enterprise-level network infrastructure supporting mission-critical operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of complex network environments, with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity, compliance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in secure network operations, infrastructure modernization, and team leadership within high-demand, regulated environments. Key Responsibilities * Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable network infrastructure across enterprise environments * Manage and optimize network performance, ensuring high availability and reliability of mission-critical systems * Monitor network activity, identify vulnerabilities, and implement mitigation strategies to strengthen security posture * Lead incident response efforts, including detection, analysis, containment, and recovery from network security events * Implement and support Zero Trust Architecture and other modern security frameworks * Oversee patch management, system upgrades, and infrastructure lifecycle planning * Ensure compliance with federal, DoD, and industry security standards and regulations * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system integrations, deployments, and operational requirements * Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers and support staff * Manage network-related projects, including planning, execution, and resource allocation * Maintain documentation for network configurations, processes, and security controls Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience) * 10 years of experience in network engineering, IT operations, or cybersecurity * Strong expertise in: Network security and architecture; Incident response and vulnerability management; Enterprise infrastructure and communications systems * Experience supporting large-scale, distributed environments (thousands of users) * Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex technical operations * Active Top Secret / SCI clearance (required); CI Poly preferred or ability to pass
Preferred Certifications * CompTIA Security , Network , CySA , PenTest * ISC2 SSCP or similar security certification * Additional certifications in network security or infrastructure (e.g., CISSP, CCNP, etc.) Strategic Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 or older), protected veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history) or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy includes but is not limited to the following employment actions: recruitment, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, compensation, fringe benefits, training, mentoring and sponsorship programs.