Senior Network Engineer

KBR, Inc. • Beavercreek, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. KBR is actively seeking a Sr. Network Engineer to join our innovative team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the design, implementation, and optimization of our network architecture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems or Computer Engineering or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Active Top Secret with SCI and SAP eligibility
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with DoD networks and installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a mission-critical LAN/WAN related work experience
• Candidate must hold an active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.
• Possess a valid certification that meets or exceeds DoD 8140 intermediate foundational requirements for the Network Operations Specialist with intermediate foundational qualifications to include CEH, CFR, Cloud+, GICSP, SSCP, Security+ or GSEC.
• Application of network hardening techniques using current DISA STIGs
• Maintain documentation for support, usage, and compliance for applications/services
• Must have good oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with government, contractors, industry, and customers to provide network collaborative services.
• Possess administrative, organizational, and computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and Outlook).
• Ability to work quickly and in a potentially high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• DoD and NIST policies, standards and guidelines for maintaining network infrastructure.
• Knowledge of networking tools used for monitoring network usage, capacity, performance, and security.
• Configure and manage switches, routers, and firewalls to optimize network performance.
• Implement advanced switching features, VLANs, VIP, and static routes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to network hardware and software.
• Deployment and management of next-generation firewalls for robust network security.
• Monitor and enforce firewall policies, intrusion prevention, and secure shell (SSH) configurations.
• Knowledge of Windows and Red Hat servers in virtual environments Emerging security threats to ensure the firewall infrastructure's resilience.
• Implement, troubleshoot, and optimize VoIP configurations, ensuring high-quality voice communication.
• Create detailed network diagrams to document and illustrate network topologies and maintain accurate and up-to-date visual representations of the network architecture.
• Implement, manage, and optimize hyperconverged systems for maximum performance.
• Optimize network performance, scalability, and reliability through proactive maintenance.
• Collaborate with Security team to align network solutions with business objectives.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Generate regular reports on network performance, security, and utilization
• Adheres to change management processes and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees