Network Engineer

Parsons Corporation•Aberdeen, MD

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About The Position

Parsons is seeking a Network Engineer to support our cutting-edge Drone Armor counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) program. The Network Engineer will plan, support, and evaluate complex network systems; provide technical leadership in network planning and architecture; and ensure the reliability, performance, and scalability of the networks that enable Drone Armor development, test, and operational environments.

Requirements

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or other engineering or technical discipline is required with 5 years of experience OR 8 years of relevant network engineering experience may be substituted for education
Experience
Experience planning, supporting, and evaluating complex network systems
Experience providing highly skilled technical assistance in network planning, engineering, and architecture
Experience developing technical standards, evaluating new network products, and providing solutions for network problems
Experience with network capacity planning, performance monitoring, and availability/bandwidth metrics
Experience performing network equipment OS/version upgrades and maintaining network documentation and diagrams
Experience handling escalated network issues and leading or directing other network engineers
Technical Competencies
Strong understanding of network architectures, protocols, and routing/switching technologies
Experience with network management and monitoring tools for discovery, mapping, and performance tracking
Familiarity with network security principles and integration with enterprise cybersecurity controls
Ability to interface effectively with customers, vendors, and cross-functional technical teams
Security & Citizenship
Must be a US Citizen
SECRET security clearance

Nice To Haves

Advanced Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline
Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA/CCNP/CCIE, Network+, or equivalent vendor certifications)
Specialized Experience
Experience supporting DoD, defense, C-UAS, or other mission-critical, secure network environments
Experience with tactical, field, or test-range networking in contested or bandwidth-constrained environments
Additional Technical Skills
Experience with software-defined networking (SDN), VPNs, and advanced QoS/traffic engineering
Familiarity with automation and scripting for network configuration and management
Security Clearance Requirement: An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

Responsibilities

Network Planning, Engineering & Architecture
Plan, support, and evaluate complex existing network systems and make recommendations for resources required to maintain and/or expand service levels
Provide highly skilled technical assistance in network planning, engineering, and architecture to support Drone Armor C-UAS operations
Plan and incorporate how new network resources and applications will exist on the network, ensuring compatibility, performance, and security
Standards, Products & Problem Resolution
Develop and maintain technical standards and interface applications for network infrastructure
Identify and evaluate new products and technologies and provide solutions for network problems
Interface with internal and external customers and vendors to determine system needs and ensure network solutions meet mission and business requirements
Monitoring, Capacity Planning & Metrics
Use network management tools to discover, map, and maintain the network
Monitor and maintain network interfaces to ensure the highest level of performance and make modifications and enhancements as needed
Provide monthly metrics for network availability, bandwidth usage, and other metrics as requested
Responsible for network capacity planning to support current and future operational demands
Configuration Management, Upgrades & Documentation
Responsible for network equipment OS and version upgrades, ensuring standardization and security compliance
Conduct research of new technologies and implementation strategies to enhance network capabilities
Document procedures and keep network diagrams and related material up to date
Handle escalated user problems, questions, and requests on network issues, working with other groups within IS to resolve network-related issues as needed
Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and direct the work of other Network Engineers as required
Collaborate with systems, cybersecurity, software, and test teams to ensure integrated, secure, and resilient network operations across lab, field, and operational environments