Network Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton • Washington, DC

19d • $77,600 - $176,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Network Engineer, you will configure and operate Cisco platforms such as ASA or Firepower, Nexus switches, and IOS-based routers. You may support routing protocols and tunneling technologies including OSPF, BGP or IBGP, GRE, and MPLS L3VPN. You will troubleshoot complex network performance issues, implement corrective actions, support network architecture reviews, capacity planning, and performance optimization, and integrate network security controls aligned with enterprise security and information assurance requirements.

You will support enterprise network modernization by designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, resilient network infrastructures across government environments. You will apply Cisco technology experience to configure, troubleshoot, and optimize routing, switching, and network security components, collaborating with engineers, network operations staff, and technical leads to deliver reliable connectivity and secure, scalable performance for mission systems. This is a hybrid position in Washington, DC, with an additional location in McLean, Virginia.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in network engineering, including designing, deploying, or providing advanced support for multiprotocol IP backbone and access networks.
• At least 2 years of experience with Cisco network technologies.
• At least 2 years of experience with security, routing, and switching protocols such as BGP, IS-IS, OSPF, MPLS, LDP, RSVP, VPLS, STP, or L3VPNs.
• Experience with network design, network performance management, or network planning.
• Experience with Juniper networks or MPLS L3VPN.
• Experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting multivendor network equipment and solutions such as VMware, Cisco, Palo Alto, Dell, HPE, or Juniper.
• Knowledge of network security principles.
• Secret clearance required; applicants are subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for classified access.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with network operations support and enterprise network architecture.
• Experience with voice technologies such as Cisco TMS or Cisco Voice.
• Experience with network security auditing and information assurance.
• Knowledge of Cisco ASA Firepower, Cisco Nexus, Cisco routers, and Cisco IOS.
• Knowledge of LAN design, engineering principles, and hybrid delivery environments.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Cisco certification such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure and resilient network infrastructures across government environments.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize routing, switching, and network security components, particularly Cisco technologies.
• Support routing protocols and tunneling technologies, including OSPF, BGP or IBGP, GRE, and MPLS L3VPN.
• Troubleshoot complex network performance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support network architecture reviews, capacity planning, and performance optimization.
• Integrate network security controls aligned with enterprise security and information assurance requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, network operations staff, and technical leads to deliver reliable connectivity and secure, scalable network performance for mission systems.
• Deploy, upgrade, and troubleshoot multivendor network equipment and solutions.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability benefits.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level