Senior Network Engineer

Parsons Corporation•Aberdeen, MD

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support our cutting-edge Drone Armor counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) program. The Senior Network Engineer will plan, support, and evaluate complex network systems; provide advanced technical leadership in network planning and architecture; and ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of the networks that enable Drone Armor development, test, and operational environments. This role may lead a team of network engineers on large and complex projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or other engineering or technical discipline is required with 6 years of experience OR 8 years of relevant network engineering experience may be substituted for education
Experience planning, supporting, and evaluating complex network systems in demanding environments
Experience providing highly skilled technical assistance in network planning, engineering, and architecture
Experience developing technical standards, evaluating new products, and delivering solutions for complex network problems
Experience with network capacity planning, performance monitoring, and availability/bandwidth metrics
Experience performing network equipment OS and version upgrades and maintaining current network documentation and diagrams
Experience handling escalated network issues and, preferably, leading teams of network engineers on large and complex projects
Strong expertise in network architectures, routing/switching, and core network protocols
Proficiency with network management and monitoring tools for discovery, mapping, and performance tracking
Solid understanding of network security principles and integration with enterprise security controls
Ability to work effectively with customers, vendors, and cross-functional technical teams to resolve issues and implement solutions
Must be a US Citizen
SECRET security clearance

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Advanced Network Planning, Engineering & Architecture Plan, support, and evaluate complex existing network systems and recommend resources required to maintain and/or expand service levels
Provide highly skilled technical assistance in network planning, engineering, and architecture for Drone Armor C-UAS environments
Plan and incorporate how new network resources and applications will exist on the network, ensuring compatibility, performance, and security
Provide and develop technical standards and interface applications for network infrastructure
Identify and evaluate new products and technologies; provide solutions for complex network problems
Interface with internal and external customers and vendors to determine system needs and align network capabilities with mission and business requirements
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 meet current and future operational demands
Responsible for network equipment OS and version upgrades, ensuring standardization, security, and minimal operational impact
Conduct research of new technologies and implementation strategies to enhance network capabilities and resilience
Document procedures and keep network diagrams and related material up to date and accurate
Handle escalated user problems, questions, and requests on network issues; work with other groups within IS to resolve network-related issues as needed
May lead a team of network engineers on large and complex projects, providing technical direction and oversight
Coordinate with systems, cybersecurity, software, and test teams to ensure integrated, secure, and robust network operations across lab, field, and operational environments