Network Engineer (VOIP)

Nightwing•Herndon, VA

About The Position

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Nightwing is seeking a cleared and experienced VOIP Engineer to work as part of a collaborative, multidiscipline team in support of U.S. Government and provide technical expertise in the field of network engineering and VOIP in the Herndon area. Possesses a mix of technical skills in networking (TCP/IP, QoS, LAN/WAN), VoIP protocols (SIP, RTP, H.323), and platforms (Cisco, Asterisk, 3CX), alongside soft skills like problem-solving, communication, and troubleshooting using tools like Wireshark for complex call routing, security (SBCs, TLS), and cloud integration to design, implement, and maintain voice systems. Strong background designing and implementing Local and Wide Area Networks (LAN/WAN) Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP Networking Advanced experience with Voice and Video technologies (engineering vs implementation) Experience configuring and trouble-shooting LAN Switches, Routers, and Firewalls and VPN concentrators. Ability to convey technical designs, ideas and results to non-technical audiences and provide briefings to high-level government personnel. Experience in authoring documents (reports, briefings, etc,) to support customer missions. Demonstrated ability to apply the engineering design process to discover innovative methods to solve technical problems and meet client requirements. Required Skills Strong background in Microsoft Systems Engineering and providing support to those systems. Strong knowledge of virtualization products with a focus on Hyper-V. Proficiency in scripting languages with a focus on PowerShell. Experience with McAfee product suite. Demonstrated capacity to understand and communicate technical ideas, concepts, and thoughts across multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to independently determine and develop approach to solutions. Must have knowledge of Cisco Routing and Switching, and network architecture planning. Must have knowledge of remote administration and secure Virtual Private Networking. Must understand commercial encryption standards and their application in IP networking. Must have knowledge of VPN technologies, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IP Multicasting Must have knowledge of voice and video solutions to include Cisco, Polycom, and Avaya configuration management and endpoint management including SIP and H.323 protocols. 7-10 years of relevant experience designing communications systems. Must have strong written and oral communication skills. Excellent analysis and critical thinking skills Ability to work independently as well as within small and large groups Capable of preparing and presenting briefings Experience with Microsoft Office product line, including Microsoft Access; experience with Lotus Notes Desired Skills Knowledge of Cisco and PolyCom VTC technology An understanding of Private Branch Exchange telephony An ability to navigate and configure Linux operating systems An understanding of wired data transport mediums to include Category 5e/6 and fiber optics. Prior deployment to foreign field areas in support of customer mission Prior experience communicating official traffic in the customer Electronic Messaging System (EMS) Certifications such as CCNP, CCNA, CCIE, MCSE Familiar with military communications Familiar with satellite and wireless communications. Additional Requirements Years of Experience Required: 8+ Education Level/Major: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field Equivalent Experience may be Substituted for Educational Requirement Professional License or Certification Required: Not required, but CISCO Video, Polycom, or equivalent certification is highly desired OCONUS TDY Required: OCONUS travel not likely; however, up to 10% OCONUS travel is potentially required CONUS TDY Required: Yes, up to 10% CONUS travel, as required Must have TS/SCI security clearance with Poly on day one of employment and must be eligible for crossover. About Nightwing: Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives. When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions. At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team. This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award. At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team. Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives. When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions. At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Requirements

Strong background designing and implementing Local and Wide Area Networks (LAN/WAN)
Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP Networking
Advanced experience with Voice and Video technologies (engineering vs implementation)
Experience configuring and trouble-shooting LAN Switches, Routers, and Firewalls and VPN concentrators.
Ability to convey technical designs, ideas and results to non-technical audiences and provide briefings to high-level government personnel.
Experience in authoring documents (reports, briefings, etc,) to support customer missions.
Demonstrated ability to apply the engineering design process to discover innovative methods to solve technical problems and meet client requirements.
Strong background in Microsoft Systems Engineering and providing support to those systems.
Strong knowledge of virtualization products with a focus on Hyper-V.
Proficiency in scripting languages with a focus on PowerShell.
Experience with McAfee product suite.
Demonstrated capacity to understand and communicate technical ideas, concepts, and thoughts across multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to independently determine and develop approach to solutions.
Must have knowledge of Cisco Routing and Switching, and network architecture planning.
Must have knowledge of remote administration and secure Virtual Private Networking.
Must understand commercial encryption standards and their application in IP networking.
Must have knowledge of VPN technologies, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IP Multicasting
Must have knowledge of voice and video solutions to include Cisco, Polycom, and Avaya configuration management and endpoint management including SIP and H.323 protocols.
7-10 years of relevant experience designing communications systems.
Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent analysis and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently as well as within small and large groups
Capable of preparing and presenting briefings
Experience with Microsoft Office product line, including Microsoft Access; experience with Lotus Notes
Must have TS/SCI security clearance with Poly on day one of employment and must be eligible for crossover.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Cisco and PolyCom VTC technology
An understanding of Private Branch Exchange telephony
An ability to navigate and configure Linux operating systems
An understanding of wired data transport mediums to include Category 5e/6 and fiber optics.
Prior deployment to foreign field areas in support of customer mission
Prior experience communicating official traffic in the customer Electronic Messaging System (EMS)
Certifications such as CCNP, CCNA, CCIE, MCSE
Familiar with military communications
Familiar with satellite and wireless communications.