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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Specialist, Network Plan Engineer - **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Melbourne, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $102,000.0 - $189,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Linux, Network Address Translation, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Network Model, Network Planning and Design, Network Segmentation, Performance Tuning, Remote Access Technology, Zero Trust Network Access, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Virtual Local Area Networks, Network Routers, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), SDN Network, Open Network Automation Platform - **Published:** October 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/1d529439-5ada-40f8-99d8-7c87d5c103a3 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 12 years of prior related experience. * Must possess an active clearance: TS/SCI * Must have or be able to obtain and maintain IAT Level II minimum (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, or equivalent) within 3-months of start. Preferred Additional Skills: * Hands-on experience with the following: + Firewalls + Routers + Switches + VLANs + NAT/PAT + VPN technologies + TCP/IP networking * Experience with network segmentation, DMZ/BPZ architectures, and secure enclaves. * Experience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or other federal government programs. * Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, JNCIA, JNCIP, Security+, or similar. * Experience with network modeling, simulation, or planning tools. * Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN), network automation, and infrastructure-as-code concepts. * Knowledge of cloud networking architectures and hybrid cloud connectivity. * Understanding of zero trust architecture principles and secure network design methodologies. * Experience with monitoring and management tools for fault, performance, and configuration management. * Demonstrated ability to lead network modernization or infrastructure refresh initiatives. * Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to engineering process improvements. * Experience supporting both Linux and Windows-based systems. ## Description L3Harris is seeking an experienced Network Planning Engineer (NPE) to join our team onsite in Palm Bay, Florida. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the deployment, operation, troubleshooting, and modernization of mission-critical communications systems and network infrastructure in secure environments. This role requires strong technical expertise in network architecture, capacity planning, performance optimization, and integration of enterprise and mission-focused communications systems. The Network Planning Engineer will work closely with cross-functional engineering team including software, integration, test, cybersecurity, and corporate IT teams to ensure reliable and secure operation of services and applications. The successful candidate must be comfortable operating in highly regulated environments and capable of supporting both strategic planning and hands-on technical execution. Essential Functions: * Develop, evaluate, and maintain network architecture and planning strategies for secure enterprise and mission networks. * Design and recommend network solutions for LAN, WAN, MAN, wireless, and hybrid environments. * Analyze network performance and availability metrics to identify risks, constraints, and improvement opportunities. * Support the development of implementation, migration, and modernization plans for network infrastructure upgrades. * Collaborate with systems engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and program stakeholders to ensure network designs align with security and compliance requirements. * Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including network diagrams, design packages, implementation plans, standards, and configuration guidance. * Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and change control processes. * Ensure network planning activities comply with applicable customer, government, and organizational standards. * Configure and troubleshoot firewalls, routers, switches, VPNs, and NAT policies. * Support integration, test, and deployment activities., L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.