The Senior Network Engineer will perform all activities related to supporting DoD OIG’s capability to provide a reliable, scalable, and secure high-speed Data Network infrastructure and operating an efficient, effective, and secure network infrastructure.
- Recommend WAN/LAN/Virtual/VPN/requirements based on business needs and industry best practices .
- Recommend Data Network capacity thresholds.
- Provide capacity and performance reports as required.
- Provision, and maintain all Data Network components as agreed to by the Parties.
- Maintain all Data Network components in accordance with vendor maintenance agreements and current DoD OIG-provided security policies.
- Report performance against Service Level Requirements.
- Develop and provide high-level and detailed network design artifacts.
- Prepare Data Network design, engineering, and security, plans and schedules to support new and enhanced Applications, architectures, and standards.
- Develop testing and integration procedures for Data Network design, engineering and security that meet requirements and adhere to defined policies.
- Coordinate with the DoD OIG’s Service Recipients, and public carriers, as required.
- Must have Secret security clearance.
- Must have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, engineering, telecommunications, or related technical field.
- Must have at least 10 years’ IT experience with at least 7 years’ experience with enterprise network design, implementation, and management.
- Must have at least 5 years’ experience managing complex WAN/LAN environments supporting 1,000+ users across multiple geographic locations.
- Must have at least 5 years’ experience with VPN services to include provisioning, monitoring,
- and the management of site-to-site VPN connectivity and remote user access solutions.
- Must have at least 3 years’ experience with hybrid network environments integrating on-premises infrastructure with cloud network services, and experience with network capacity planning, performance monitoring, and threshold management for enterprise-scale networks.
- Must have at least 3 years’ experience with network services and network topology design and implementation.
- Must be certified as IAT Level II per DoD Task 5.3 Digital Workplace Services & 8570.01-M guidance for Baseline certifications.
- Must be able to obtain a TASKORD related computing environment system certification IAW DoD 8570.01-M guidance for computing environment certifications as approved by agency IAWIP coordinator.
- Must have Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)/Juniper Networks Certified Expert (JNCIE) certification.
- Must have Routing and Switching certification.
Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in computer science, information systems, business administration, or related field.
- Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v3 or later.
- Cloud Network Certifications relevant to hybrid environments such as (Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking, or equivalent).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off + federal holidays
- Fast-track growth in a high-accountability culture
Why Essnova
- Rapidly growing, innovation-focused GovCon firm
- High-ownership environment where your wins matter
- Direct access to leadership, zero bureaucracy
- Culture built on speed, agility, and results
