Provide hands-on installation and team leadership for Cisco, Linux networking environments
Architect and deliver end-to-end networked and compute solutions
Lead system integration, validation, and field deployment activities
Serve as primary technical interface to customers and stakeholders
Lead small engineering teams and drive technical standards
Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure mission success

U.S. citizenship, no dual citizenship
Current DoD security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance
Bachelor's degree in a related technical field or additional years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
10+ years of progressive systems engineering experience, including architecture and design-level responsibilities
Demonstrated ownership of complex hardware and software systems integrations
Demonstrated technical expertise in these areas: Advanced IP networking (CCNA-level or higher): switching, routing, OSPF, BGP
VMware ESXi and Kubernetes experience in production environments
Linux system administration (CLI, networking, multi-NIC configuration)
IPv6, VPN, VRF, and PKI implementation
Proven customer-facing leadership in technical program execution
Advanced system troubleshooting and root cause analysis expertise
Responsive to industry trends and opportunities that advance the overall strategy
Decisive leader with the ability to make decisions independently, quickly, and with little supervision
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels
Availability to support extensive CONUS and OCONUS travel
Must have a valid driver's license

Security Clearance Requirement: Current DoD clearance or ability to obtain a clearance
Location Note: Must be local to the area to support on-site schedule
Travel: 50-75% CONUS and OCONUS

Senior Systems Engineer

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