DNS Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Virtual Technologies Group • Fort Meade, MD

9d • $200,000 - $250,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Principal-level DNS Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead mission-critical network operations in a highly secure environment. This is a Key Personnel role requiring deep, hands-on expertise in DNS architecture, BGP routing, and cloud networking integration. This position requires an active Top Secret clearance (with SCI eligibility) and is located in Maryland, requiring on-site work a minimum of 3 days per week.

Requirements

• Active DoD Top Secret (TS) clearance, with the eligibility to obtain and hold SCI access.
• Must be local to Maryland with the ability to work on-site a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Extensive professional experience managing network operations in secure, classified environments.
• Deep, hands-on engineering expertise in enterprise DNS architecture, implementation, and management.
• Expert-level knowledge of core networking protocols, specifically BGP routing and large-scale infrastructure operations.
• Proven hands-on experience designing and supporting cloud networking environments.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure while supporting mission-critical, zero-downtime operations.

Nice To Haves

• Active TS/SCI clearance (with or without polygraph).
• Expert-level networking certifications (e.g., CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent).
• Advanced cloud networking certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty).
• Previous experience operating within Fort Meade or similar high-security Intelligence Community (IC) environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical authority for enterprise DNS architecture, engineering, and mission-critical network operations.
• Manage, configure, and troubleshoot complex BGP routing and broader network infrastructure in highly secure, classified environments.
• Lead the design and secure management of cloud networking architectures (AWS, Azure, or hybrid) and their integration with on-premise classified networks.
• Ensure the absolute resiliency, zero-downtime availability, and security of core network services and critical infrastructure.
• Act as the ultimate technical escalation point for diagnosing and resolving severe network outages, DNS failures, or routing anomalies.

Benefits

• medical insurance plans
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• health savings accounts (HSA)
• flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• life insurance
• short and long-term disability insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: No Education Listed