Senior Network Engineer

CACI International • Chantilly, VA

10d • $90,300 - $189,600

About The Position

The Senior Network Engineer leads full-lifecycle network modernization supporting U.S. Space Force operations in CONUS and OCONUS environments. The role architects, implements, and secures network solutions across mission-critical settings, including onsite surveys, secure design, deployment, and delivery of resilient, highly available connectivity that meets service-level requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and at least 7 years of experience, or a high school diploma or associate degree and at least 9 years supporting large, complex networks.
• Extensive experience with wired, wireless, and mobile broadband solutions.
• Proven leadership developing network designs, policies, and upgrade plans.
• Hands-on experience implementing BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP routing technologies.
• Experience creating cybersecurity and compliance artifacts, including STIGs, POA&Ms, PPS, and data flows.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues.
• Must be eligible for at least a Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio, and AutoCAD.
• CCNP certification or equivalent.
• CompTIA Security+ certification or higher.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with customers, engineers, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop end-to-end architectures for wired, wireless, and mobile broadband networks.
• Produce topology diagrams, design packages, and technical artifacts that meet connectivity, availability, reliability, and security SLAs.
• Lead the creation of preliminary and final SPRIP documentation.
• Conduct site surveys to assess infrastructure, environmental factors, and mission constraints.
• Identify appropriate hardware, software, and configuration strategies for modernization efforts.
• Direct installation activities in compliance with safety standards and base operating requirements.
• Oversee configuration, turn-up, and cutover in coordination with base Communications Squadrons and cybersecurity teams.
• Ensure installed systems meet STIG requirements and applicable DAF policies.
• Design and implement routing policies using BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.
• Develop secure network, system, and application architectures.
• Create cybersecurity artifacts, including diagrams, hardware and software lists, STIG checklists, PPS matrices, and POA&Ms.
• Implement and support SNMP, SYSLOG, orchestration, and related network-management solutions.
• Provide Over-the-Shoulder Training to operations and maintenance teams after deployment.
• Assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution after system cutover.
• Prepare or contribute to program deliverables and performance metrics.

Benefits

• Flexible time off benefit.
• Learning resources and learning and development opportunities.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
• Competitive compensation and benefits options designed to support employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

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