ValidaTek, Inc. · 2 months ago
Senior Network Engineer - Team Lead
Brunswick, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expValidaTek, Inc. is a company that modernizes and optimizes IT services for federal civilian and defense agencies. The Senior Network Engineer – Team Lead is responsible for the design, implementation, and operational maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure, overseeing daily operations and leading technical teams to ensure secure, high-performance network services.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and optimize operational network systems and prototypes to meet current and future engineering and Government requirements
Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent network outages, projects, and maintenance tasks to ensure minimal service disruption
Oversee the troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of complex network infrastructure issues across LAN/WAN, cloud, and data center environments
Ensure the operational readiness, scalability, and reliability of all network components, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and monitoring systems
Maintain compliance with Government policies, standards, and security directives
Lead a team of network engineers and technicians, providing mentorship, technical guidance, and workload prioritization
Facilitate collaboration across technical teams—including Network and System Engineers, equipment vendors, and other mission stakeholders—to identify, define, and resolve trending or developmental problems
Coordinate technical reviews and ensure all deliverables meet DHS and OneNet engineering standards
Review, evaluate, and provide technical recommendations for all Infrastructure Change Control Board (ICCB) packets prior to submission
Ensure change requests are fully coordinated, documented, and communicated with OneNet and DHS Data Center (DC) personnel
Validate the proper implementation of approved changes during network rollouts to minimize service impact and maintain configuration integrity
Support cloud engineering and migration strategies to transition enterprise systems from on-premises to hybrid or cloud-based environments
Integrate cloud networking solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GovCloud) with existing infrastructure
Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to enhance network performance, security, and automation
Communicate and coordinate network engineering activities across the OneNet enterprise topology, including DHS Data Centers and regional sites
Serve as the technical escalation point for critical incidents and complex engineering challenges
Provide regular status reports, risk assessments, and performance updates to program management and Government stakeholders
Document network configurations, procedures, and operational changes to ensure continuity and compliance
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of detailed technical experience in network engineering or related field within the last 7 years
Proven experience in prioritizing network outages, projects, and maintenance tasks
Proven experience in providing technical assistance and resolution to cross-functional teams
Proven experience in designing and implementing operational network systems and prototypes
Proven experience in collaborating with Network and System Engineers, vendors, and Government personnel to resolve technical issues
Proven experience in supporting cloud engineering and migration initiatives
Proven experience in reviewing and providing technical recommendations for ICCB change packets
In-depth understanding of network principles, protocols, and design methodologies to evaluate and deliver optimal network performance
Ability to lead technical teams, delegate work, and ensure mission alignment
Must be able to pass the DHS law enforcement background check
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline
Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, or CompTIA Network+
Experience working within DHS or similar federal network environments
Familiarity with ITIL processes, enterprise architecture, and network automation tools
Excellent communication and coordination skills, with demonstrated experience in cross-organizational collaboration
Company
ValidaTek, Inc.
ValidaTek is a premier government IT consulting firm based in the Washington DC area that drives technology transformation and secures mission-critical systems for our federal partners.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Peter Shortsleeves, CPA, MBA, CPCM
Chief Financial Officer
Said Rachidi
Chief Operating Officer
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