NASA Principal Network Engineer � Greenbelt, MD

TCS; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join their team supporting NASA's groundbreaking projects. This role involves designing and optimizing network architecture, resolving complex network issues, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in LAN design, routing protocols, and security architecture. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will play a vital role in the success of innovative space missions. This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of technology while supporting critical programs that shape the future of exploration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of network engineering experience with LAN design and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper products.
• Strong knowledge of security architecture and network monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize network architecture for NASA's programs.
• Resolve escalated network support issues and conduct assessments.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Network Engineering

LAN Network Design

Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF)

Security Architecture

Cisco and Juniper Products

Technical Documentation

IP Addressing

Network Monitoring Tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Technical Field

Master's Degree in Technical Field

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Ciena

NNMi

Splunk

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Technical Consulting Solutions (TCS), Inc. is seeking an experienced candidate to be part of the Network Engineering team responsible for design of the network architecture at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) during an amazing period in NASA’s history. The network supports NASA’s Artemis Program and the Mars Exploration Program, among many, many others. TCS specializes in the areas of network engineering and architecture. The chosen candidate will be part of a team that will provide ample opportunities for growth within the network engineering discipline.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide system and network optimization design, implementation, testing, and maintenance support for a complex enterprise network using industry best practices.
• Resolve escalated network and security support issues (Tier 3).
• Independently conduct network assessments, identify possible vulnerabilities, and recommend/develop solutions to problems found.
• Lead development of network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
• Support continuous service improvements (CSI).
• Active participation in Root Cause Analysis for Problem Management activities.
• Work with cross-functional teams to plan and execute network upgrades, migrations, and deployments.
• Manage vendor relationships, including engagement on Incident Support activities and ensure timely delivery of program deliverables.
• Monitoring, capacity planning, backup, and recovery of network equipment
• Keep up with technology trends. Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tactics, and tools to improve service delivery.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, including providing training and support as required.
• Provide testing support for the setup, installation, and transition to operations of service infrastructure devices, NMS and tools.
• Function as the primary COOP capability support engineer.
• Support lifecycle sustainment and refresh activities.
• Utilize the designated ticketing system to document resolution and develop knowledge management artifacts.

Basic Qualifications

• BS Degree in Technical Field with 8-years Network Engineering experience or a master’s with 5 years Network Engineering experience.
• Concrete working knowledge of LAN network design, routed data protocols, and hardware platforms.
• Extensive knowledge of defense-in-depth principles, Network and Security architecture, network topology, IT device integrity, and common security elements.
• 8+ years’ experience engineering and troubleshooting networks, including extensive routing and switching experience such as one or more of the following: MPLS, VPNs, routing protocols i.e. BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, switching protocols i.e. Spanning Tree Protocol, VLANs, LLDP, VoIP, Multicast protocols and emerging network technologies.
• Hands-on experience with standard industry products e.g. Cisco, Juniper, and Ciena.
• Effective communicator and able to coordinate network and customer issues with other technical sections.
• Strong understanding and in-depth knowledge of IP network/subnet addressing.
• Experienced and adept at developing and maintaining technical documents, analyses, and reports.
• Experience developing and presenting technical information to senior customer management, customer stakeholders, and company management.
• Ability to multi-task and respond quickly to real-time dataflow issues.
• Ability to work non-standard work hours/shifts.
• Knowledge of Network Monitoring tools, e.g. NNMi, Specturm, MRTG, CACTI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Juniper route, switch and security appliances. (MX, EX, SRX)
• Experience with Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) implementation and design concepts.
• Experience with NNMi configuration and maintenance.
• Experience with Splunk
• Experience with change, configuration and performance management NetOps concepts.
• Experience working with Commercial Carrier service providers, e.g., AT&T, Verizon.
• Knowledge of Linux.
• Experience with Cisco ISE and Cisco Software Defined Access (SDA).
• Current holders of either a CCNA, CCNP or JNCIA.

Clearance

Candidate must have or be able to obtain a Public Trust with a Level of Confidence of 50 or higher.

This position is only open to current US Citizens.