Network Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton Inc.
McLean, VA, United States
20 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time / full-time
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$77,600.0 - $176,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Access Network Border Gateway Protocol Spanning Tree Protocols VoIP Cisco PIX Cisco IOS Cisco Routers Complex Networks Virtual Private LAN Services Networking Hardware Multi-protocol Systems Network Security
+12 more
Network Architecture Routing Cisco Nexus Switches Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Network Routers Computer Network Operations Juniper SC Clearance Palo Alto Networks Firepower Cisco Vmware

Job description

As a Network Engineer, you will be expected to configure andoperateCisco platforms such as ASA/Firepower, Nexus switches, and IOSbased routers. You may also have responsibility insupportingrouting protocols and tunneling technologies including OSPF, BGP/IBGP, GRE, and MPLS L3VPN.You will be expected to regularly troubleshoot complex network performance issues and implement corrective actionsas well as support network architecture reviews, capacity planning, and performance optimizationand integrate network security controls aligned to enterprise security and information assurance requirements.

What You’ll Work On:

  • Support enterprise network modernization by designing, implementing, andmaintainingsecure and resilient network infrastructures across government environments.
  • Apply deep experience with Cisco technologies to configure, troubleshoot, and optimize routing, switching, and network security components.
  • Work closely with engineers, network operations staff, and technical leads to deliver reliable connectivity and ensure secure, scalable network performance for mission systems.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in network engineering, including designing, deploying, and providing advanced support of multi-protocol IP backbone and access networks
  • 2+ years of experience with Cisco network technologies
  • 2+ years of experience with security, routing, and switching protocols such as BGP, IS-IS, OSPF, MPLS, LDP, RSVP, VPLS, STP, or L3VPNs
  • Experience withnetwork design, network performance management, and network planning
  • Experience with Juniper networks or MPLS L3VPN
  • Experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting multivendor network equipment and solutions such as VMWare, Cisco, Palo Alto, Dell, HPE, or Juniper
  • Knowledge of network security principles
  • Secret clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

  • Experience with network operations support and enterprise network architecture
  • Experience with voice technologies such as Cisco TMS or Cisco Voice
  • Experience with network security auditing and information assurance
  • Knowledge of Cisco ASA Firepower, Cisco Nexus, Cisco routers, and Cisco IOS
  • Knowledge of LAN design, engineering principles, and hybrid delivery environments
  • Possession of excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Cisco Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIECertification

Benefits & conditions

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

About the company

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

  • Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
  • Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
  • Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

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