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

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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