Senior Principal Network Engineer

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

📋 Description

• Integrate various systems into intricate architectures utilizing Cisco SD-WAN, Aruba Edge-Connect, and Juniper SD-WAN.

• Design scalable and resilient network integration solutions involving IPSEC/VPN, WAN, SD-WAN, Black Core, and hybrid-cloud topologies.

• Oversee the configuration and migration of Navy systems and sites into the SD-WAN framework.

• Ensure that integration configurations adhere to current accreditation authorizations.

• Collaborate with the core Shore Based Engineering team to support customer integration modifications.

• Leverage Python, Ansible, or Terraform to automate repetitive infrastructure tasks and deployments.

• Create detailed test plans and test reports for the engineering team and Configuration Boards.

• Develop and maintain network architecture diagrams, technical manuals, and configuration documentation.

• Facilitate engineering-focused technical discussions to comprehend customer needs and provide engineering insights for smooth integration.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, along with fourteen (14) years or more of relevant experience; years of experience may substitute for degree considerations.

• A minimum of 5–8 years of demonstrated, hands-on experience in designing and supporting enterprise-level WAN routing environments.

• In-depth knowledge of core network protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, TCP/IP, VRF’s, IPSEC/VPN’s, and Black Core Routing).

• Expert-level proficiency in hardware configuration for Cisco, Juniper, and Aruba SD-WAN Solutions.

• Established experience in managing enterprise firewalls and web/proxy filters.

• Practical experience with Python or Ansible for automating network deployments.

• An Active Secret Clearance is required to begin.

• CCNP, JNCIS, or equivalent professional-level certifications are preferred.

• Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) environments, IAT Level II compliance (e.g., Security+ CE), or experience with multi-level security domains is preferred.

• Understanding of cloud networking solutions (AWS/Azure) and virtual computing platforms (VMware NSX) is preferred.

• Candidates must be local to the Dallas, TX area.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work arrangement.

• Up to 25% travel.