Network Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton•Quantico, VA

6d•$77,600 - $176,000•Onsite

About The Position

A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable federal law enforcement to achieve their mission, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their evolving needs? Crafting the right network, with the right equipment and software, requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That’s why we need a network engineer like you who knows how to craft the exact network that federal law enforcement needs. As a network engineer on our team, you’ll work with government staff to enhance a reliable network to support active criminal and other investigations. You’ll collaborate with SMEs and customers to learn the strategic goals and operational needs that shape network requirements. You’ll then share your expertise during the planning of acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of network components. From resolving interoperability issues across platforms, to supporting the acquisition of hardware, you’ll put your hardware and software talents to good use. This is your chance to share your experience with detailed network monitoring and intrusion detection systems while broadening your network engineering work. Join us as we help modernize investigation tools used nationwide by law enforcement. This position is located in Quantico, VA.

Requirements

Experience with packet analysis tools such as Tcpdump or Wireshark
Experience working in a production environment with an end user base of 100+ external customers
Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and internet traffic flow
Ability to troubleshoot network issues
Top Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of experience in networking, or 7+ years of experience in networking in lieu of a degree

Nice To Haves

Experience working in Linux environments such as Ubuntu
Experience with Python scripting
Experience coordinating with external providers and cross-functional teams
Ability to work directly with stakeholders and translate technical concepts into practical solutions
TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

Responsibilities

Enhance a reliable network to support active criminal and other investigations.
Collaborate with SMEs and customers to learn the strategic goals and operational needs that shape network requirements.
Share expertise during the planning of acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of network components.
Resolve interoperability issues across platforms.
Support the acquisition of hardware.
Utilize experience with detailed network monitoring and intrusion detection systems.