Network Engineer - Operations and Field Support

American Systems • Chantilly, VA

15d

About The Position

AMERICAN SYSTEMS, a 100% employee-owned company , is seeking an experienced and innovative Network Engineer to drive the modernization of legacy network infrastructures supporting CBP mission operations in both operational and remote field environments.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• CBP BI or Top Secret Clearance is required .
• Bachelors in STEM with 12+ years of experience, or HS diploma with 15+ years.
• Experience working with large, complex programs for DHS and/or CBP .
• Proficient in Network Engineering tools, and Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Project and SharePoint.
• Expertise in designing, diagramming, and documenting complex network architectures supporting both operational and field environments for sensor modernization
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated , and experienced supporting senior Government leaders and technical/business professionals.
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and effective decision-making.
• Skilled in planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks.
• Excellent writing, briefing, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Adaptable to frequent travel to remote sites during initial deployment phases, tapering as sensor modernization efforts mature.
• Physically capable of assisting with the installation and deployment of sensors in field environments
• Demonstrated familiarity with sensor systems and enterprise network design , with direct experience supporting CBP operations .

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive network assessments at various sites across the country, including evaluating configurations of sensor devices (e.g., cameras, seismic) and existing network infrastructure.
• Develop, design, and document detailed network engineering diagrams .
• Collect and document critical network data such as hardware specifications, software versions, IP addresses, hostnames, operating system details, and interconnections between equipment within shelters and across interdependent sites.
• Collaborate closely with IT teams to translate assessment findings into detailed "as-is" network architecture diagrams, enabling the design and implementation of modernized "to-be" Network architectures.
• Support Configuration Management (CM) processes by working with the CM lead to develop Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Item Parts Lists (IPLs), and other documentation, while conducting Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs) post-implementation.
• Travel frequently to remote sites to perform on-site evaluations, ensuring seamless integration with ongoing modernization efforts in partnership with Engineering, IT, and operational teams.
• Contribute to enhancing field agent capabilities through the new Network, including automated firmware/software updates, sensor system scanning, and IP-addressable connectivity for modernized sensors.
• Provide technical expertise to accelerate the 5-year enterprise network modernization process , transitioning from legacy disparate networks to a unified, well-documented architecture for sustained CM.
• Demonstrate ability to quickly ramp up on program-specific technologies and processes, with strong problem-solving skills in complex, distributed network environments.

Benefits

• AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees