Cross Domain Network Engineer, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a seasoned Cross Domain Network Engineer to design and deploy DoD networks, plan acquisitions, installation, and maintenance, and resolve interoperability issues across platforms. You will work with customers to shape network requirements and improve performance using the latest tech and best practices.

You will grow expertise in network optimization and cloud technologies while contributing to enterprise service capabilities within a national defense context.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience with systems and network administration.
• 12+?
• 5+ years of experience with network engineering.
• 5+ years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or CentOS.
• Experience with managing virtual machines, software defined switching, and policy support using VMware ESXi or vCenter.
• Knowledge of planning and implementing Layer 2 and 3 network architecture and access controls using multiple vendor components.
• Knowledge of bi-directional network transfer systems, Network Attached Storage design patterns, RMF, and applying security controls.
• Knowledge of Linux or Cisco firewalls, networking configuration, LDAP, Certificates, and Domain Name System.
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• HS diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II Certification within 60 days of start date

Responsibilities

• Plan the acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of network components for DoD needs.
• Resolve interoperability issues across platforms and support hardware acquisition.
• Learn strategic goals and operational needs to shape network requirements.
• Turn metrics into information and explain their meaning to increase team knowledge.
• Grow skills in network optimization and cloud technologies.

Skills

Network engineering

VMware ESXi/vCenter

Linux administration

Security/compliance

Network architecture

LDAP/Certificates/DNS

DoD 8570.1 IAT II

TS/SCI clearance

System administration

Cisco firewalls

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Salt

Ansible

Puppet

PowerShell

Chef

Terraform

Job description

Job Number: R0253006

The Opportunity:

A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable the DoD to achieve their mission, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their current and evolving needs? Crafting the right network with the right equipment and software requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That's why we need you, a network engineer who knows how to craft the exact network DoD needs.

As a Cross Domain Network Engineer on our team, you'll help the DoD deploy a reliable network to support national defense. You'll work with customer to learn the strategic goals and operational needs that shape the network requirements. You'll then plan the acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of the network components. From resolving interoperability issues across platforms, to supporting the acquisition of hardware, you'll put your hardware and software talents to good use. You will accomplish work without considerable direction and look for ways to improve infrastructure performance using the latest technology and best practices. You'll increase team knowledge of the network by turning metrics into information and explaining their meaning.

This is your chance to grow your skills in network optimization and cloud technologies while continuing to grow your network engineering experience. Join us as we help the DoD to expand their enterprise service capabilities.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 14+ years of experience with systems and network administration
• 5+ years of experience with network engineering
• 5+ years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or CentOS
• Experience with managing virtual machines, software defined switching, and policy support using VMware ESXi or vCenter
• Knowledge of planning and implementing Layer 2 and 3 network architecture and access controls using multiple vendor components
• Knowledge of bi-directional network transfer systems, Network Attached Storage design patterns, RMF, and applying security controls
• Knowledge of Linux or Cisco firewalls, networking configuration, LDAP, Certificates, and Domain Name System
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• HS diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II Certification within 60 days of start date

Nice If You Have:

• Experience managing systems using Infrastructure as Code technologies, including Salt, Ansible, Puppet, PowerShell, Chef, or Terraform
• Experience with Windows Server 2013 or Later
• Experience with AWS and HTML
• Knowledge of designing and implementing LANs and VLANs
• Knowledge of Cisco routing and switching technology
• Ability to use tools such as ACAS, Security Center, and Elastic Stack
• Ability to schedule and plan day-to-day activities to meet deadlines
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate complex network principles and designs to clients
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT
• DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II Certification

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 $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (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 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. 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a 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.