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# Senior Network Engineer

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $190,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Network Service, Ansible, Open Network Automation Platform
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9083748/senior-network-engineer

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI Clearance.

 * 8+ years of professional network engineering experience supporting enterprise-scale environments.

 * CCIE certification required; candidates with a CCNP Data Center certification and strong enterprise networking expertise will also be considered.

 * Hands-on experience with automation technologies including Python, Ansible, or similar network automation tools.

 * Proven background in network architecture, infrastructure design, client consulting, and technical leadership.

## Description

* Design and architect enterprise-scale network infrastructure solutions supporting complex government environments and evolving mission requirements.

 * Act as a trusted technical advisor to client stakeholders by providing strategic recommendations, roadmaps, and best practices for network modernization efforts.

 * Develop and implement network automation solutions utilizing tools such as Python, Ansible, and other infrastructure-as-code technologies.

 * Lead troubleshooting and optimization initiatives across routing, switching, data center, and network services environments to ensure reliability and performance.

 * Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and successful project execution.


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