M.C. Dean, Inc. · 3 weeks ago
Network Architect Engineer 5 - Springfield, VA
Springfield, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expM.C. Dean is Building Intelligence, specializing in cyber-physical solutions for mission-critical facilities. They are seeking a highly skilled Network Architect 5 to lead complex network initiatives, ensuring high performance and scalability across their multi-enclave enterprise network.
Information Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Diagnose and resolve network outages and system failures across multiple enclaves
Troubleshooting and debugging complex network problems and recommending operational efficiencies and improvements
Perform advanced log analysis to identify and remediate root causes of network and application issues
Lead network performance tuning and optimization efforts to enhance efficiency and resilience
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to Tier 1 and Tier 2 staff, fostering team growth and capability
Serve as team lead for multiple network projects, ensuring technical excellence, coordination, and timely delivery
Develop, update, and improve network documentation, standard operating procedures, and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)
Deliver technical expertise to optimize and expand the organization’s multi-enclave enterprise network infrastructure
Qualification
Required
ACTIVE TS/SCI clearance is REQUIRED
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline and 10 years of progressive applicable experience
Experience in enterprise network engineering, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role
Expert-level knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and multi-enclave architectures
Strong experience with network performance tuning, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
Proficiency in network security principles, including segmentation and compliance standards
Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent enterprise-grade networking platforms
Familiarity with automation tools and scripting (Python, Ansible) for network optimization
Knowledge of network concepts, technologies, tools, and the ability to design an organization's network infrastructure and services based on requirements
Knowledge of layer 1 technologies and their capabilities and limitations
Working experiences of deploying and managing enterprise network security appliances
Understand WAN/Internet transport and routing technologies, such as BGP, MPLS, and Software Defined Networking
Experience with deploying and maintaining a multi-enclave network architecture
Understanding security designs for network solutions and implementing security requirements for network devices
Experience with network, security and traffic management across the a multi-site enterprise environment
Previous Implementation of cloud network technologies such as ExpressRoute, Azure Virtual Networks, or Cloud Orchestration and management
Experience in testing and troubleshooting, reading network and connectivity schematics and plans
Strong oral, technical writing, and presentation skills
Ability to build productive relationships with team members, clients and other network/system stakeholders
Ability to establish working relationships with others outside area of expertise
Must be a resourceful self-starter, flexible, pro-active, solution-oriented and customer-oriented
Preferred
CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP or equivalent
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Military Reserve pay offset
Paid maternity leave
Company
M.C. Dean, Inc.
M.C. Dean, Inc. offers comprehensive technological systems in Washington.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bill Dean
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Frazier
Marcomm Business Partner
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