Senior Principal Network Engineer -
Zachary Piper
Newington, VA, United States
22 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$160,000.0 - $180,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
Border Gateway Protocol
Catalyst (Software)
Complex Networks
Data Transmissions
Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol
Multi-protocol Systems
NetFlow
Network Architecture
Network Planning and Design
Network Monitoring
Routing
Cisco Nexus Switches
+10 more
Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Overlay Transport Virtualization
SAP (Applications)
Wireshark
Diagnostic Tools
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Data Center Networking
Information Technology
SolarWinds (Software)
Cisco
Job description
- Design and architect scalable, secure voice, video, wireless, and data communication networks in collaboration with engineering, security, cloud, and operations teams.
- Develop high-level and low-level network designs (HLDs/LLDs) and support the deployment and integration of enterprise and data center networking solutions.
- Troubleshoot complex network issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement performance, reliability, and security improvements.
- Act as a trusted technical advisor by translating mission requirements into scalable network architectures and strategic solutions.
- Utilize advanced routing, switching, security, and automation technologies to optimize and modernize network infrastructure.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in network engineering, network architecture, or complex enterprise networking environments.
- Strong expertise with routing and switching technologies including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VXLAN, and EVPN.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco technologies including Catalyst, Nexus, ACI, Next-Generation Firewalls, and enterprise LAN/WAN environments.
- Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as SolarWinds, Wireshark, and NetFlow.
- Strong communication, presentation, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Active TS/SCI clearance required with eligibility for Special Access Program (SAP) approval.
Benefits & conditions
Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000 depending on experience
Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law.
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