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# Network Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc.
- **Location:** Oklahoma City, OK, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $77,500.0 - $176,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Interoperability, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Monitoring, Packet Analyzer, Cloud Services, Ansible, Security Information and Event Management, Wireshark, Wide Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Google Cloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Cisco, Network Optimization, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/1c16fe21-a141-48a7-8da8-c78d54e6fab7

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience installing, configuring, operating, and maintaining SolarWinds network monitoring and management solutions
 * 3+ years of experience with firewall and enterprise security design, including device hardening, intrusion detection and intrusion prevention systems, SIEM, firewalls, internet protocol security, and vulnerability assessment
 * Experience with Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco, or Juniper firewalls
 * Experience in network security and enterprise IT systems design for large commercial or government environments
 * Experience with boundary protection
 * Knowledge of packet analysis tools, such as Wireshark
 * Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
 * TS/SCI clearance
 * HS diploma or GED
 * DoD 8140 baseline Level II Certification, such as Security+, CySA+, CISSP, or DoD Cyber Workforce Framework Certification

Nice If You Have:

 * Experience designing and implementing cloud-native and over-the-top networking in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
 * Experience with SD-WAN
 * Experience with Ansible or Python
 * Knowledge of DoD IT and cloud security policies, including STIGs and DoD Cloud SRG, and how to apply them to the design and implementation of cloud solutions
 * Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, prior publications, and speaking engagements in industry or vendor forums

## Description

As a Network Engineer on our team, you'll help the DoD deploy a reliable network to support national defense. You'll work with customers to learn the strategic goals and operational needs that shape network requirements. You'll then plan the acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of network components. From resolving interoperability issues across platforms, to supporting the acquisition of hardware, you'll put your hardware and software talents to good use. This is your chance to grow your skills in network optimization and cloud technologies while continuing to grow your network engineering experience. Join us as we help the DoD to expand their enterprise service capabilities.