Networking Engineering Lead

Role Overview

• Lead the design, engineering, and modernization of enterprise network architectures supporting mission-critical federal systems.
• Architect and maintain LAN/WAN, data center, VPN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking integrations (Azure/AWS).
• Oversee network security architecture including firewalls, segmentation, IDS/IPS, NAC, and Zero-Trust-aligned policies.
• Develop and maintain routing/switching architectures using enterprise Cisco platforms and related technologies.
• Troubleshoot high-severity network incidents, performance issues, and cross-domain connectivity challenges.
• Implement secure cloud networking patterns (VNET/VPC design, ExpressRoute/Direct Connect, load balancing, peering, firewalling).
• Maintain and enforce network baselines, STIGs, NIST 800-53 controls, and RMF/ATO-aligned configurations.
• Produce detailed network diagrams, engineering documentation, SOPs, and configuration baselines.
• Mentor and guide network engineers; lead capacity planning, lifecycle strategies, and network modernization roadmaps.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, server, and application teams to ensure secure, resilient mission operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree OR additional FOUR (4) years' experience in Lieu of degree.
• U.S. Citizenship
• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance with ability to obtain SCI
• Minimum of EIGHT (8) years of progressive experience in network engineering, network architecture, or infrastructure leadership
• Expert-level experience with Cisco networking platforms, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), switching, and WAN technologies
• Experience supporting secure federal, DoD, intelligence, or regulated environments
• Strong understanding of firewalls, segmentation, PKI, authentication, Zero Trust, and enclave design
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, drive engineering initiatives, and communicate with senior stakeholders
• Strong troubleshooting skills across complex, distributed network environments
• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional)
• What Would Be Nice To Have
• CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert – ideal)
• CASP+ (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner)
• Cloud Networking Certifications (Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty)
• Experience with SD-WAN architectures (Cisco, Fortinet, VMware, etc.)
• Familiarity with hybrid identity and secure edge connectivity (SASE, ZTNA, VPN/SSL, PKI)
• Experience with network automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform)
• Knowledge of SIEM, monitoring, and observability tools (Splunk, Elastic, SolarWinds, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor)
• Understanding of IPv6 planning and federal IPv6 mandates
• Experience supporting multi-site, high-availability, and disaster-recovery network architectures

Tech Stack

• Ansible
• AWS
• Azure
• Cloud
• Cyber Security
• Firewalls
• Python
• Splunk
• Switching
• Terraform
• VMware

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)