Sr. Route/Switch Network Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Sr. Route/Switch Network Engineer to support a leading government services organization within the defense industry. The Sr. Route/Switch Network Engineer will serve as a senior-level technical resource responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure supporting mission-critical operations. This role requires an active TS/SCI Clearance and is onsite five days per week at Fort Meade.

Responsibilities of the Sr. Route/Switch Network Engineer:

• Design, implement, and support large-scale enterprise routing and switching environments.

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and associated technologies.

• Perform advanced network analysis and resolve complex connectivity, performance, and availability issues.

• Develop and maintain network automation scripts using Python to streamline operational processes and improve efficiency.

• Utilize GitHub for version control, code management, and collaboration on automation initiatives.

• Support network modernization efforts, technology refresh projects, and infrastructure upgrades.

• Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and operations teams to ensure secure and reliable network services.

• Create and maintain network documentation, diagrams, standards, and operational procedures.

• Active TS/SCI Clearance required.

• 8+ years of experience supporting enterprise routing and switching environments.

• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching technologies.

• Expertise with network protocols including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, STP, and TCP/IP.

• Experience developing automation and network management solutions using Python.

• Proficiency with GitHub for source control and collaborative development practices.

• Experience troubleshooting complex network issues in large-scale enterprise environments.

• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.

• Cisco certifications such as CCNP Enterprise, CCIE, or equivalent are preferred.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Salary range: $170,000 - $190,000 depending on experience

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO