Senior Network Engineer

Strategic Growth Partners•Doral, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

SGP Recruiting's client is a CVE-verified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) and an ISO 9001:2015 certified organization specializing in systems integration and enterprise management solutions. As a GSA MAS contract holder, they provide mission-critical telecommunications, network infrastructure, and IT services to Federal, State, and Local Government agencies, the U.S. Military, and private-sector clients. They are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join their team in Doral, FL. This is an on-site, full-time position requiring a current/active TS/SCI clearance.

Requirements

BA/BS in a relevant field or 4 years of additional experience in lieu of a degree.
9+ years of experience with 5+ years of relevant Network Engineer experience.
Deep understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols) and network security principles.
Expertise in configuring and managing network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
Hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies (e.g., IOS, NX-OS) and security appliances (e.g., ASA firewalls, ISE).
Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
Knowledge of virtualization and cloud networking concepts.
Experience with securing classified networks (SIPR, NIPR, JWICS) and implementing DISA STIGs.
Experience in cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, RMF).
Knowledge of network access control and authentication mechanisms.
Ability to assess and mitigate network security risks.
DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a relevant discipline.
Experience with cross-domain solutions and guards.
Knowledge of cloud computing security architectures (e.g., SCCA).
Experience with scripting and automation tools for network management.
Familiarity with ITIL framework and service delivery concepts.
ITIL Foundation certificate.
Relevant networking certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNP, CCIE, CompTIA Security+).
Experience at a DoD Combatant Command (e.g., SOUTHCOM, NORTHCOM, CENTCOM, CYBERCOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, AFRICOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, SOCOM, SPACECOM) or a component.

Responsibilities

Plans, designs, and maintains the connectivity of enterprise network assets, ensuring compliance and secure operations on classified networks (SIPR, NIPR, JWICS).
Collaborates with stakeholders to address connectivity requirements and implements necessary configurations to facilitate efficient and secure data transmission.
Ensures all network switches and routers are operational, properly configured, and compliant with DISA STIG requirements; performs regular maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting.
Configures, maintains, and monitors firewalls, intrusion protection systems, intrusion detection systems, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control and authentication, and implements security measures for specialized systems and networks.
Supports the planning and implementation of enterprise service connections between networks, systems, and applications across domains, facilitating connections for auditing, authentication, secure cloud computing architecture (SCCA), and cross-domain solutions and guards.
Collaborates with ISSOs and Cybersecurity Services Leads in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, providing inputs and documentation.
Mentors and trains other NOC staff and Junior Engineers.