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# Senior Network Engineer - CONUS

- **Company:** Computer World Services
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Active Directory, Border Gateway Protocol, Health Informatics, Unix, Complex Networks, Computer Networks, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), OSI Models, Microsoft Operating Systems, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Computer Network Operations, OpenVMS, Firewalls (Computer Science), SC Clearance, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Terminal Servers, Network Optimization
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-network-engineer-conus-washington-dc--f56d475d-3ce1-45f9-97a6-b21ab7363a9a

## About the Role

Network Architecture/Engineering, Computer Services, Military, Customer Support/Service, Network Administration/Management, Hospital, Network Architecture/Engineering, Architectural Services, Wireless WAN, Technical Leadership, * Bachelor's degree + 5 years relevant experience or 10 years equivalent experience

 * Possess a mastery level of experience in routed, switched and shared LAN environments that operate such items as current supported versions of Microsoft OS, Windows Active Directory, UNIX and OpenVMS and employ routers, switches, and terminal servers as well as various local and long-haul WAN connectivity. Extensive experience with:
 * Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
 * Network tools (SolarWinds, Ansible, ARMIS)
 * Enterprise LAN/WAN environments
 * Experience with deployed DoD Systems
 * Experience with DoD Health Care Information Systems is preferred

Certifications

 * IAM Level III (DoD 8570/8140 compliant) - An active CISSP certification is required
 * CCNP certification or ability and willingness to obtain this certification

Security Clearance

 * Candidates must have active Secret clearance

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

Work Environment: Work is performed in Department of Defense Government facilities, ideally in San Antonio, TX.

## Description

Computer World Service, Corp. (CWS) is seeking a highly qualified Subject Matter Expert (SME) to perform as the Senior Network Engineer to provide network (i.e. local, wireless, and wide area network) sustainment and deployment support services to military hospitals and clinics located throughout the Continental United States (CONUS). Acts as the lead technical authority for CONUS network operations, providing enterprise-level engineering, escalation support, and architectural guidance for DHA network infrastructure.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

 * Serve as primary CONUS and global SME for LAN/WLAN/WAN operations
 * Lead resolution of complex network issues across all OSI layers
 * Provide advanced configuration, installation, and troubleshooting support
 * Guide network design, implementation, and modernization initiatives
 * Interface with Government, CSPs, GSPs, and external stakeholders
 * Develop standards, policies, and technical procedures
 * Perform performance analysis and proactive network optimization
 * Ensure compliance with DoD/DHA security and architecture requirements
 * Support firewall, VPN, IDS/IPS, and Zero Trust implementations
 * Mentor and lead network engineering staff