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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Principal Network and Services Systems Engineer in Fort Gordon - **Company:** Energy Jobline - **Location:** Augusta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Fault Tolerance, Hyper-V, Identity and Access Management, IPv6, Internetworking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Segmentation, Network Service, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Windows PowerShell, Remote Access Technology, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Workflow Management Systems, Google Cloud, Network Access Control, Load Balancing, IT Architecture, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Network Support, Terraform, Doctrine (orm), Cisco, Vmware - **Published:** July 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/senior-principal-network-and-services-systems-engineer-fort-gordon-31045945 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. * 10-15+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, systems engineering, or infrastructure architecture. * Experience designing and supporting enterprise-scale networks. * Strong understanding of: + Routing and Switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) + Network Security + Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) + Data Center Technologies + Virtualization Platforms + Automation and Orchestration Tools * Experience with network monitoring and performance management solutions. Certifications * Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) * Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) * AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty * Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) * Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate Technical Skills Networking * TCP/IP * BGP * OSPF * MPLS * SD-WAN * IPv6 * VPN Technologies * Network Segmentation Systems & Infrastructure * Windows Server * Linux/Unix * VMware * Hyper-V * Container Technologies * Kubernetes Cloud Platforms * Amazon Web Services (AWS) * Microsoft Azure * Google Cloud Automation * Python * PowerShell * Ansible * Terraform Security * Zero Trust Architecture * NIST Frameworks * Network Access Control (NAC) * and Access Management (IAM) Desired Competencies * Strategic thinking and architecture planning * Technical leadership and mentoring * Complex problem solving * Executive-level communication * Project leadership * Risk management * Customer engagement, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. * 10-15+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, systems engineering, or infrastructure architecture. * Experience designing and supporting enterprise-scale networks. * Strong understanding of: + Routing and Switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) + Network Security + Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) + Data Center Technologies + Virtualization Platforms + Automation and Orchestration Tools * Experience with network monitoring and performance management solutions. * Active Top Secret Security Clearance Certifications * Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) * Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) * AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty * Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) * Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate Technical Skills Networking * TCP/IP * BGP * OSPF * MPLS * SD-WAN * IPv6 * VPN Technologies * Network Segmentation Systems & Infrastructure * Windows Server * Linux/Unix * VMware * Hyper-V * Container Technologies * Kubernetes Cloud Platforms * Amazon Web Services (AWS) * Microsoft Azure * Google Cloud Automation * Python * PowerShell * Ansible * Terraform Security * Zero Trust Architecture * NIST Frameworks * Network Access Control (NAC) * and Access Management (IAM) Desired Competencies * Strategic thinking and ## Description SFS is looking for a Senior Principal Network and Services Systems Engineer to provide support to CBL Battle Lab Facility located at Fort Gordon GA. All work will be performed onsite. This contract will support the CBL mission to provide experimentation support to the C- CDID with dynamic network experimentation integrated with CO, DODIN-A, EW and IA through the Cyber Battle Lab's Experimentation Branch (EB), Environments Support Branch (ESB), and the Army Persistent Experimentation eNvironment (APEN) Cyber Enterprise Service Center (CESC). The CBL Experimentation Support contract will provide support in the form of experiments, assessments, analyses and network support that will validate proposed new technical solutions to resolve known Doctrine, Organization, Training, Material, Leadership & Education, Personnel, Facilities Policy (DOTMLPF-P) capability gaps within the CO, EW, Network, and IA force modernization lines of effort. Summit Federal Services, LLC (SFS) with headquarters in Oakland, Maryland, is a fast growing woman owned Small Business and HUBZone company with an outstanding record of performance providing more effective and efficient acquisition, business process, training, IT, administrative and security services to multiple federal agencies. SFS is looking for a Senior Principal Network and Services Systems Engineer to provide support to CBL Battle Lab Facility located at Fort Gordon GA. All work will be performed onsite. This contract will support the CBL mission to provide experimentation support to the C- CDID with dynamic network experimentation integrated with CO, DODIN-A, EW and IA through the Cyber Battle Lab's Experimentation Branch (EB), Environments Support Branch (ESB), and the Army Persistent Experimentation eNvironment (APEN) Cyber Enterprise Service Center (CESC). The CBL Experimentation Support contract will provide support in the form of experiments, assessments, analyses and network support that will validate proposed new technical solutions to resolve known Doctrine, Organization, Training, Material, Leadership & Education, Personnel, Facilities Policy (DOTMLPF-P) capability gaps within the CO, EW, Network, and IA force modernization lines of effort, The Senior Principal Network and Services Systems Engineer serves as a technical leader responsible for the architecture, design, integration, implementation, and sustainment of complex enterprise and mission-critical network infrastructures and service platforms. This role provides strategic technical guidance, leads engineering efforts, and ensures network and service solutions meet performance, security, reliability, and scalability requirements. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, customers, and leadership to deliver secure and resilient network and systems solutions supporting business and operational objectives., Network Architecture & Engineering * Design, develop, and implement enterprise-scale network architectures. * Lead engineering efforts involving LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud networking, data center, and hybrid environments. * Develop network modernization and transformation strategies. * Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend architectural improvements. * Create detailed network design documentation, diagrams, and technical specifications. Systems & Services Engineering * Architect and integrate network services including: + DNS + DHCP + IPAM + Directory Services + Load Balancing + VPN Services + Authentication Services + Network Monitoring Platforms * Ensure interoperability across systems, applications, and infrastructure components. * Develop automation solutions to improve operational efficiency. Security & Compliance * Ensure network and services architectures align with cybersecurity requirements. * Implement security controls and best practices based on industry frameworks. * Support security assessments, vulnerability remediation, and risk management activities. * Collaborate with Information Assurance, ISSO, and cybersecurity teams. Technical Leadership * Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for networking and infrastructure technologies. * Lead technical reviews, design reviews, and architecture boards. * Mentor junior and mid-level engineers. * Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership. Operations & Performance * Analyze network performance and capacity requirements. * Lead root cause analysis for complex incidents. * Develop disaster recovery and continuity strategies. * Support high-availability and fault-tolerant architectures. Project & Program Support * Lead large-scale infrastructure projects. * Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams. * Develop project plans, schedules, and technical deliverables. * Support proposal development and technical solutioning efforts. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [IoT: The road to sustainability](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/557-iot-the-road-to-sustainability) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)