Sr. Network Engineer III (6371)
About The Position
As Sr. Network Engineer for Routing and Switching , you'll provide expert-level engineering support for mission-critical enterprise networks. This role requires an experienced engineer who can immediately stabilize, optimize, and improve complex routing and switching environments while working collaboratively within an Agile, team-based model. We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers. If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!
Requirements
- An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility security clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is preferred; Relevant experience may be substituted for education.
- 10–15+ years of enterprise routing and switching experience.
- Hands-on experience with BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, Cisco SD-WAN, Nexus, Catalyst, ASR, and ISR platforms.
- Required expert-level certification such as CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure or JNCIE-ENT.
- Ability to investigate, diagnose, and recommend rapid solutions for high-impact customer issues.
- Possess a DoD 8140 DCWF Role of 441 – Network Operations Specialist with certifications such as CEH, Cloud+, GCIH, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, or SSCP.
- Ability to contribute immediately.
Responsibilities
- Work as part of a collaborative, high-performing team supporting mission-critical federal environments
- Design, implement, and troubleshoot enterprise routing and switching infrastructures
- Support and operate technologies including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, and high-availability architectures
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), capable of independently diagnosing and resolving complex network issues
- Participate in Agile planning, execution, and continuous improvement activities
- Communicate clearly and effectively with technical peers, leadership, and stakeholders
- Proactively identify technical risks and recommend architectural and operational improvements
- Build and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence through technical expertise and reliability
- Apply creativity and engineering judgment to deliver innovative, mission-fit network solutions
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
