> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2290492-senior-network-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2290492-senior-network-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Engineer - **Company:** Caci Inc - **Location:** Springfield, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,800.0 - $265,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, CompTIA Network+, Cyber Security, Systems Analysis, Internetworking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Network Layer, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Cloud Platform System, HybridCloud, Juniper, Information Technology, Cisco - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9125996/senior-network-engineer ## About the Role Required: * Bachelor's degree, or higher, in Computer Science, Communications, Engineering, or IT-related discipline. * Demonstrated specialized experience with implementing, engineering, designing, or operating network technologies with an emphasis on DoD capabilities. * Demonstrated leadership experience serving as a senior engineer, functional manager, or team lead for a minimum of 10 years. * Demonstrated experience modernizing complex enterprise network systems deploying routing protocols and technologies such as Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Intermediate System to Intermediate System (IS-IS), Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS), Layer 3 Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Layer VPNs, and Mobile-VPN. * Demonstrated experience presenting briefings to senior customer management and customer stakeholders. * Demonstrated specialized experience with implementing, engineering, designing network Quality of Service and Traffic Engineering models. * Demonstrated specialized experience with implementing, engineering, designing virtual private networks using Layer 2 and Layer 3 methodologies to include next-generation multicast VPN. * Certified as a Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), CompTIA Network+, or Juniper Network Certified Expert - Enterprise (JNCIE-ENT) or 15+ years of experience in design, implementation, and configuration with Cisco, Juniper, and KG family cryptographic equipment product lines. Desired: * Demonstrated experience in network design, engineering, and operations with an emphasis on NGA capabilities. * Demonstrated 5 or more years of experience supporting an IC or DoD agency in adopting and transitioning systems and services to cloud environments, including hybrid cloud environments. * Demonstrated specialized experience applying ICD 503 or Director of Central Intelligence Directive (DCID) 6/3 requirements to secure information systems. * Demonstrated 5 or more years of experience supporting an IC or DoD agency in adopting and transitioning systems and services to cloud environments. * Demonstrated 5 or more years of experience working with the IC Network Requirement Environment (NRE) working groups. ## Description The Senior Network Engineer supports leadership on the program to develop, modernize, enhance, operate, and sustain transport services for NGA. The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for supporting the PMO with transport engineering requirements and supporting design studies, analysis of alternatives (AoA), white papers, etc., * Provide engineering expertise and guidance for the design, development, implementation, operations, and sustainment of transport services that enhance overall system performance and availability. * Support research, analysis, solution design, and implementation planning of solutions for the modernization of existing transport solutions and infrastructures. * Drive strategic technological innovation, demonstrating a breadth and depth of knowledge in all things related to the complex operations of transport services. * Provide technical knowledge and analysis of high-level functional systems analysis, design, and integration advice on complex matters that require expert-level knowledge of the subject matter for effective implementation. * Work on Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) studies to evaluate different technical solutions. * Conduct design studies to assess the feasibility and impact of proposed network changes. * Author white papers on emerging network technologies and best practices. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)