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# Network Engineer Senior Principal

- **Company:** General Dynamics IT
- **Location:** Miami, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Data Transmissions, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Architecture, Routing, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Remote Access Technology, Remote Infrastructure Management, Virtual Switching, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Cloud Platform System, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Routing & Switching, Nutanix, Network Server, Vmware
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** http://hbcu.com/cgi-bin/jobs/searchJobs.cgi?job_id=35180709

## About the Role

coordinates and directs activities of less-experienced network personnel.Familiar and capable of supporting RMF 800-53 Rev 5 compliance by contributing to NIST System Security Plans (SSPs), Basis of Estimate (BoE) documentation, Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) activities, and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) requirements across classified networks.Performs maintenance and upgrade of networks including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, cross-domain solutions, remote access systems, and networks. Be well versed in a multi-vendor environment for layer 2/3 switching and routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, etc.), Network management solutions, as well as virtual and cloud-hosted networking technologies. Required Skills:Active DOW Secret ClearanceBA/BS, 10+ years' experience years of experience in Network AdministrationIAT Level II certificationHybrid, onsite 3 days a week, or as required to meet mission requirementsExperience designing and defining network architecture for new or
existing computer systemsExperience with cloud/server/network/storage implementation and supportExperience with VMware and Nutanix implementation and support5+ years experience maintaining ATO approved and implemented Cross-Domain Raise the Bar Solutions in a classified environmentDue to the nature of work this role entails up to 25% travel Desired Skills:Experience working with DOW Government customersExperience working in Agile teamsExperience / familiarization of cloud environments, virtual routing, virtual switching, and IPSec tunneling.Cisco Networking CertificationsExperience maintaining up-to-date documentation, and prepares documentation for infrastructure changes GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

## Description

Job Description GDIT is seeking a Network Engineer Senior Principal to help support our Space Force program. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As aNetwork Engineer Senior Principal supporting Space Force, you will be trusted to review and evaluate information technology (IT) infrastructure and systems to ensure adherence to government quality standards. The Network Engineer Senior Principal will make an impact by:Designs, plans, builds, and maintains complex communications networks.Configures routers and switches, encryptors, and firewalls for LAN and WAN systems and VPN concentrators with appropriate network engineering and communications protocols.Configure COMSEC Equipment and supports the remote management of COMSEC equipment through DoW approved solutions.Coordinates LAN/WAN hardware/software improvements and/or enhancements in accordance with NIAP and NCDSMO approved devices and technologies.Responsible for monitoring the network by utilizing and introducing industry leading
technologies.Provides innovative methods and technical solutions, to meet customer driven requirements, using the engineering design process.Works with the Engineering team to design, plan, and implement approved solutions and enhancements.Analyzes customer requirements and provides technical solutions.Performs maintenance and upgrade of networks including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and networks.Maintains network integrity and connectivity while ensuring compliance with policies and maintains system backup and recovery capability.Coordinates the acquisition of hardware and software as well as subcontractor services as needed.Creates plans and configures systems for data communication networks.Evaluates new communications technologies to enhance capabilities of the network.Maintains and obtains knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.Designs and builds the hardware/software components for telecommunications networks.Provides guidance to leadership and


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