> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3078183-network-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3078183-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). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Hampton, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $89,250.0 - $120,750.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Access Control List, Software Applications, Biometrics, Network Analysis, CompTIA Security+, Ethernet, IP Routing, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Interface, Network Service, Network Administration, Data Streaming, Software Version Control, Cisco - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://gdit.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Career_Site/job/USA-VA-Langley-AFB/Sr-Network-Engineer_RQ228886-1/apply ## About the Role * Minimum of seven (7) years of Network Infrastructure Management experience * Possess IAT Level II certification and CCNP. CCNP may be substituted for CCNA and (4) years of enterprise networking experience * Location: On Customer Site * US Citizenship Required, Years of Experience 7 + years of related experience * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification Security Plus - CompTIA - CompTIA CCNA - Cisco Certifications - Cisco Certifications Travel Required Less than 10% Citizenship ## Description The Senior Network Engineer supports the Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) Processing, Exploitation, Dissemination (PED) Operations Center (DOC). The Senior Network Engineer performs the configuration, integration, and upgrading of all network architectural components across the AF DCGS Enterprise., * Establish system performance parameters and sample critical network and information processing * Conduct network trend analysis and create reports and graphs monthly * Sort and file network traffic based on source and destination internet protocol (IP) addresses as needed * Establish baseline network configuration and performance parameters in support of unique ISR sensor data * Conduct network analysis to ensure performance of the network * Support design, installation, and integration of new routers and other equipment on the enterprise * Establish proper data flows between DCGS and other Enterprise nodes * Maintain network interface/port configurations, IP routing tables, firewall settings, filter tables, passwords, and performance controls * Maintain version control of the router operating system software at Government direction * Establish configuration and modification of device settings protecting the DCGS Security Boundary through Access Control Lists * Manage and operate software applications at all sites required to conduct network management of the DPA * Respond to hardware and software problems related to DPA equipment * Coordinate with Government leads to optimize Campus Area Network (CAN) routers, switches, and cryptographic devices * Install CAN/WAN equipment and develop and maintain documentation and drawings * Develop and enforce a comply-to-connect standard for the DPA * Review all integration efforts to ensure engineering rigor and security practices are maintained across the DPA and advise Government leadership regarding any possible risks/concerns/improvements * Process and implement all network service request's (NSR) and security approved ports and services requests (PSR) * Perform transition planning, integration, operations and maintenance (O&M) of ATM to Carrier Ethernet/OTN, to include out-of-band network management * Develop and execute OTN test plan and procedures * Review requirements provided by the DCGS Program Office to determine bandwidth, performance, and Controlled Interface (CI) settings for establishing network configuration baselines and provide input back to COR or designated representative within 7 days of receipt ## 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) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Biometric Phone Chargers, $40m Domain Names & AI Movies Winning Awards - Peter Kröner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1810-biometric-phone-chargers-40m-domain-names-ai-movies-winning-awards-peter-kroner) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - What Development and Tattoos Have in Common and more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1380-wearedevelopers-live-what-development-and-tattoos-have-in-common-and-more) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [IT Salaries in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/287-it-salaries-in-germany) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)