Defense Network Engineer (Mid) — Secret Clearance

Booz Allen Hamilton; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 61,900 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Mid-level Network Engineer to design, modernize, and sustain secure, resilient networks for defense operations. You will work on routing and switching, encryption integration, and interoperability across mission-focused environments.

The role requires 2+ years in network config or engineering support, knowledge of cryptographic equipment and firewall tech, and a Secret clearance is preferred for access to classified information.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with network configuration, troubleshooting, or engineering support.
• Experience with routing and switching technologies and Layer 2 and 3 network protocols.
• Knowledge of cryptographic equipment, network security technologies, and firewall implementations.
• Secret clearance and HS diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform Tier III troubleshooting of complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modernize, and sustain secure and resilient network capabilities for defense operations.
• Contribute to engineering efforts including planning, reviews, tests, and upgrades.
• Apply knowledge of routing, switching, encryption integration, and network interoperability.
• Support enterprise-wide modernization and performance improvements.

Skills

Routing & Switching

Network Design

OSI Model Concepts

System Interoperability

Network Troubleshooting

Security Technologies

Tier III Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Mid-level Network Engineer to design, modernize, and sustain secure, resilient networks for defense operations. You will work on routing and switching, encryption integration, and interoperability across mission-focused environments.

The role requires 2+ years in network config or engineering support, knowledge of cryptographic equipment and firewall tech, and a Secret clearance is preferred for access to classified information.