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ASRC Federal · 1 day ago

Senior Network Engineer

Washington, DC, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$106K/yr - $180K/yr

5+ years exp

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. They are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to serve as the primary technical authority for network engineering and operations activities supporting the Department of State, focusing on designing, implementing, and maintaining a secure network infrastructure.

ConsultingGovernmentInformation TechnologyLogisticsProfessional ServicesSpace TravelStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of complex network solutions, including upgrading and testing network designs, advising on hardware requirements and configurations, and developing telecommunications circuit specifications. Deliver automated network provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Serve as the Tier 3/4 escalation point for complex network issues, resolving problems involving diverse protocols, topologies, and hardware platforms

Implement and maintain robust network security measures (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, load balancers) to ensure compliance with federal standards and best practices

Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including network diagrams, SOPs, and system requirements, ensuring clarity and consistency across teams

Research and recommend emerging technologies and tools to enhance network performance, security, and automation capabilities

Coordinate with IT managers, architects, project managers, and vendors to define project goals, manage installations, and ensure seamless integration of network solutions

Monitor network performance metrics, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements to maintain optimal network functionality

Qualification

CCNPCCIECISSPNetwork SecurityTCP/IPBGPOSPFMPLSEIGRPAWSAzurePythonCommunicationLeadershipProblem-Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Proficient with networking hardware and infrastructure from vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, and F5

Deep understanding of protocols including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EIGRP, DNS, DHCP, and HTTP/S

Experience with network security technologies and principles

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, with a strong background in large-scale, enterprise-level network environments

Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues efficiently

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives, manage competing priorities, and work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams