Senior Network Engineer (DoD TS Clearance)

MartinFed•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

MartinFed is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, install, configure, and document a standalone Cisco-based network in a dedicated lab environment. The role involves deploying complex enterprise network solutions and building secure, reliable, and fully documented networks in accordance with MartinFed quality standards and client-specific requirements. The engineer will work with clients and internal stakeholders to define project requirements, maintain project documentation governance, track progress against approved goals, budgets, and timelines, and manage change requests. The role also includes identifying and mitigating project risks, making recommendations with a direct impact on the company, and providing status updates throughout the build. Work takes place in an inside office environment and may involve extended periods at a computer or sitting at a desk. The environment is fast-paced and may involve extreme deadline pressures. Employment is contingent on passing a background check before starting. Employees are subject to random drug screenings during employment.

Responsibilities

Design, install, and configure a standalone Cisco network tailored for a lab environment.
Deploy and configure Cisco ACI fabric, Cisco SDA networks, Cisco wireless access points, firewall uplinks, and associated security zones.
Implement best practices for network segmentation, access control, and performance.
Stand up and configure foundational enterprise services, including DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory.
Produce detailed system documentation, including network diagrams, configuration baselines, operational procedures, and test results.
Ensure configurations adhere to MartinFed quality standards and client-specific requirements.
Conduct functional and performance testing and ensure successful integration between network components.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across multiple network layers.
Work with internal stakeholders, project leads, technical teams, and clients to define project requirements.
Implement project documentation governance aligned with company and client requirements.
Track project progress against goals, objectives, approved budgets, and approved timelines.
Manage change requests by assessing impacts to scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk; making recommendations; securing client approvals; and issuing change orders.
Identify complex project risks, lead constructability reviews, develop risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implement risk-reduction action plans.
Provide status updates, identify risks, and make recommendations throughout the build.
Make decisions using an in-depth understanding of procedures, organizational policies, and business practices; set department deadlines.
Draw upon the analysis of others and make recommendations that directly affect the company.
Perform other duties as assigned.