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# Senior Network Engineer

- **Company:** Altamira Technology Corporation
- **Location:** McLean, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $225,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** IEEE 802.1Q, Link Aggregation (Ethernet), Access Control List, Computer Networks, Data Transmissions, Network Address Translation, Trunking, Networking Hardware, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Time Protocols, Server Virtualization, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/A4E0938ED99C49E5A13DAA2A1E802AB5/job/

## About the Role

* TCP/IP Model
 * Routing
 * Switching
 * Multi-chassis groups - Multi-Link Aggregation Domain or Switch Aggregation Groups
 * Link Aggregation Control Protocol 802.3ad
 * VLANs and VLAN Trunking, (802.1q & 802.3ac)
 * Network Time Protocol
 * Troubleshooting
 * Access Control Lists
 * Firewalls
 * Security Zone
 * Security Policies
 * Network Address Translation
 * Troubleshooting
 * Load Balancing
 * Virtual Servers
 * Server Pool
 * Health Checks, * Bachelor's in computer science or information technology, 10+ years of experience
 * Master's in computer science or information technology, 5+ years of experience
 * Must currently possess a TS/SCI w/CI polygraph.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $180,000 to $225,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the scope of the position, relevant experience, education, certifications, internal equity, customer contractual requirements, security clearance requirements, and other legitimate business considerations.

## Description

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer responsible for configuration, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a critical operational network. Provides an engineering resource to support data communications and related applications requirements. Provides administrative support of installed systems/networks. Responsible for planning and implementing the necessary hardware, software and telecommunications equipment to maintain and/or enhance the organization's networks. Evaluates vendor products and recommends purchases. Recommends and implements network policies and procedures and ensures adherence to security procedures., * Assist in installations, configurations, upgrades, and maintenance of network equipment (switches, firewalls, and load balancers)

 * Monitor network performance and troubleshooting
 * Document network configurations and diagrams
 * Provide technical support to system operators
 * Assist in implementing STIG compliance


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