Senior Network Engineer

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.•Tampa, FL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Odyssey Systems is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support advanced situational awareness and multi-domain operations (MDO) programs. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and integration of RF and signal processing systems that enable next-generation battlefield awareness, electronic warfare, and spectrum management capabilities. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and operators to design and deliver systems that integrate data from diverse sensors, communications, and radar systems to provide actionable intelligence and operational advantage. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in RF, signal processing, and spectrum management, along with experience contributing to mission-critical DoD programs in multi-domain environments. This is a full time position located at MacDill AFB, FL or Ft. Belvoir, VA. Contingent upon contract award

Requirements

Must be a US citizen
Active Secret (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required)
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering or network operations
Expert-level knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, and network protocols
Strong experience with enterprise networking platforms (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, or equivalent)
Proficiency with routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP
Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security technologies
Familiarity with network monitoring and analysis tools such as SolarWinds, Wireshark, or NetFlow
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues in large-scale environments
Strong communication, documentation, and leadership skills
Ability to mentor and guide junior network engineers

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or equivalent
Experience with SDN, network automation, and scripting (Python, Ansible)
Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures
Experience with MPLS, Segment Routing, or advanced WAN technologies
Familiarity with Zero Trust architectures and modern security frameworks
Background in designing highly available, large-scale, or multi-site network environments
Experience leading technical teams or serving as a project technical lead

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-class network architectures across data centers, cloud environments, and remote sites.
Lead complex network engineering projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments.
Develop and enforce network standards, best practices, and configuration baselines.
Troubleshoot advanced network issues and provide Tier-III escalation support.
Optimize network performance through capacity planning, traffic analysis, and proactive monitoring.
Implement and manage routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP), switching technologies, and WAN architectures.
Ensure network security through segmentation, firewall policies, access controls, and compliance frameworks.
Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to support business initiatives.
Mentor and guide junior network engineers, providing technical oversight and knowledge sharing.
Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.