Network Engineer, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton•Lexington, MA

14h

About The Position

The Opportunity : Are you passionate about networking and eager to grow your skills in enterprise and tactical network environments? We are seeking an experience d Network Engineer to join our team in supporting the Department of War ( DoW ) by assisting in the design, implementation, and maintenance of critical network infrastructure. In this role, you’ll collaborate with experience d engineers to troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure secure and scalable network operations across enterprise and tactical environments. This is a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts while contributing to the mission readiness and well-being of military personnel and their families. What You'll Do: Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and data center connectivity. Participate in the configuration, management, and troubleshooting of wireless LANs, controllers, and access points. Support the analysis of packet data using tools such as Wireshark. Work on network health assessments and performance tuning. C ond uct and document cybersecurity vulnerability scans to help ensure compliance with DoW standards. Develop and maintain basic documentation, network diagrams, and technical designs under the guidance of senior engineers. Provide first-line support to troubleshoot and resolve network issues across enterprise and tactical environments. Learn and implement DoW cybersecurity compliance standards and Security Technical Implementation Guides ( STIGs ) . Join us. The world can’t wait.

Requirements

4+ years of experience in IT or networking roles
Experience with networking tools such as Wireshark or SolarWinds
Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols such as TCP / IP, DHCP, ARP, HTTP, and SNMP
Knowledge of routing and switching technologies
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices
Ability to create and interpret basic network diagrams and documentation
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Secret clearance
HS diploma or GED
IAT Level I Certification

Nice To Haves

Experience with wireless networking technologies or tools such as Aruba or Cisco wireless
Experience with firewalls such as Palo Alto or Fortinet
Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies
Knowledge of cloud networking environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Knowledge of scripting or automation, including Python or Ansible
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, or a related field
CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or CompTIA Security+ Certification s

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and data center connectivity.
Participate in the configuration, management, and troubleshooting of wireless LANs, controllers, and access points.
Support the analysis of packet data using tools such as Wireshark.
Work on network health assessments and performance tuning.
C ond uct and document cybersecurity vulnerability scans to help ensure compliance with DoW standards.
Develop and maintain basic documentation, network diagrams, and technical designs under the guidance of senior engineers.
Provide first-line support to troubleshoot and resolve network issues across enterprise and tactical environments.
Learn and implement DoW cybersecurity compliance standards and Security Technical Implementation Guides ( STIGs )