Senior Network/Systems Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Design, engineer, integrate, implement, test, maintain, review, and oversee infrastructure, hardware, and software for network security and risk management.

• Employ systems engineering principles throughout the entire systems engineering lifecycle.

• Convert cyber objectives, technology trends, and environmental factors into effective engineering solutions.

• Configure cyber systems to fulfill user requirements while adhering to security policies and standards.

• Tackle complex cybersecurity challenges utilizing advanced principles, theories, and concepts.

• Plan and direct major technology initiatives, assess performance outcomes, and propose significant adjustments.

• Act as a technical authority across various project assignments with considerable independence.

• Guide or oversee junior employees in technical skills and competencies.

• Track market and technology trends and implement top-tier client solutions.

• Travel to CONUS and OCONUS client locations as necessary, approximately 15–25% of the time.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of pertinent experience in network and systems engineering positions.

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.

• Current DoD Top Secret Clearance.

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification requirements and at least one of the following: CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP.

• Understanding of Zero Trust Architecture, least privilege access controls, continuous authentication, and micro-segmentation.

• Familiarity with Versa Networks is advantageous.

• Experience with network security solutions, including IDS and firewall configurations.

• Expertise in routing and switching technologies, particularly with Juniper and Cisco hardware.

• Background in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting wireless networks.

• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, routing protocols, configuration mappings, and network schematics.

• Experience with BGP, static routing, IP multicast, and VPN technologies.

• Proficient in MS Windows operating systems and Active Directory.

• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, and Visio.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Experience working in secure environments with an understanding of high-side protocols, procedures, and security mandates.

• Willingness to travel approximately 15–25% to CONUS and OCONUS client sites.

• Capability to take initiative and independently lead projects.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to collaborate efficiently and work autonomously.

🏝️ Benefits

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays. You decide how to utilize it.

• Performance Bonuses: Bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and overall company results, ensuring recognition aligns with impact.

• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.

• Company-funded life insurance up to $300K, with options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.

• A variety of medical plans, dental, vision, FSA, and HSA options.

• 15 days of fully paid parental leave.

• Military Differential Pay.

• Paid training and certifications.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Equipment and technology to ensure successful job performance.

• In the event of a company sale, 80% of net proceeds will be returned to employees.