Cloud Network Engineer, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton; Maryland; On-site; USD 69,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Maryland-based operations seeks a Cloud Network Engineer (Mid) to analyze and design complex network systems, oversee cloud servers and networking hardware, and guide junior staff within an agile team. You will apply cutting-edge AI/ML insights to enhance delivery and security posture.

The role requires 5+ years of engineering support for software/hardware in communications, plus hands-on Kubernetes, VMware, Docker, Linux/OpenStack experience and knowledge of SDN.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience providing technical support for engineering and testing of complex software and hardware systems.
• Experience with Kubernetes and networking equipment, including Cisco or Juniper.
• Experience with VMware, QEMU, KVM, or Docker.
• Experience with Linux or OpenStack.
• Knowledge of networking services and software-defined networking.
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
• HS diploma or GED.
• Security+ Certification.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex local and wide area network systems and plan, design, evaluate, and configure for virtualized systems.
• Load and configure cloud servers and networking hardware.
• Act as technical project lead or provide work leadership to junior staff.
• Support agile software projects and leverage AI/ML to influence delivery.

Skills

Kubernetes

Networking equipment

VMware

QEMU

KVM

Docker

Linux

OpenStack

Networking services

Software-defined networking

Security clearance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

VMware

QEMU

KVM

Docker

OpenStack

Job description

Cloud Network Engineer, Mid The Opportunity

In this role, you’ll analyze complex local and wide area network systems, including planning, designing, evaluating, and configuring operating systems and protocol suites for virtualized and containerized systems. You’ll resolve difficult interoperability problems to obtain operation across host, hypervisor, and guest nodes. You’ll load and configure cloud servers and vendors such as Cisco or Juniper, or white box routers and switches, and support the acquisition of hardware and software and subcontractor services. You’ll act as a technical project leader or provide work leadership to junior employees, as needed. On our team, you’ll be involved in the full lifecycle of software projects, our technical capabilities, and product design. Working on an agile team of experts, you’ll perform reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis of various software problems. You’ll inform operational parameters for complex systems, as well as leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to influence the delivery of your work. You’ll determine what the art of the possible is and what can be done, and then you’ll bring it to life for your clients. Are you ready to help us combat the most advanced adversaries?

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience providing technical support for the engineering and testing of complex software and hardware systems in the communication field
• Experience with Kubernetes and networking equipment, including Cisco or Juniper
• Experience with VMWare, QEMU, KVM, or Docker
• Experience with Linux or OpenStack
• Knowledge of networking services and software-defined networking
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• HS diploma or GED
• Security+ Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with vulnerability analysis and exploit development
• Experience with Python
• Experience with Assembly
• Knowledge of telecommunications

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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