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# Sr. Route/Switch Network Engineer

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $170,000.0 - $190,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Analysis, Complex Networks, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Github, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Routing, Network Service, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Network Routers, Open Network Automation Platform, Software Version Control, Cisco
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9105936/sr-routeswitch-network-engineer

## About the Role

* 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.

## Description

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.


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