Network Engineer

KBR, Inc; Fulton (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Network Engineer, where your expertise will help safeguard national security through innovative engineering solutions. This role involves analyzing and optimizing network architectures, implementing cutting-edge technologies like Software-Defined Networking, and collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to impactful work. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive environment, you will play a crucial part in shaping the future of space defense. If you're ready to make a difference and work on projects that matter, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Professional training and development

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in network engineering with a Bachelor's degree.
• Expertise in Cisco hardware and VMware environments.
• Proficiency in SDN and Infrastructure as Code.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze existing network architecture to provide modern solutions.
• Design telecommunications circuit specifications and network systems.
• Conduct testing and monitor network hardware operations.

Skills

Cisco Networking

VMware

Software-Defined Networking (SDN)

Automation Tools (Ansible, Python)

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Network Design and Troubleshooting

Agile Methodologies

Information Assurance Certifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

Visio

Cisco Routers and Switches

Network Encryption Devices

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Network Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure security and shape the future of space defense.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible to review and analyze the existing network architecture and provide designs of current/modern WAN/MAN/LAN technologies.
• Recommend best practices such as SDN, Intent-based networking, and network segmentation protocols, etc., in order to improve the existing architecture and meet new networking requirements
• Design telecommunications circuit specifications
• Identify the need for routers, switches, and encryption devices to support enterprise services
• Deliver service catalog items for automatically provisioning network configurations to deliver Infrastructure-as -Code
• Develop and maintain network architecture specifications and artifacts
• Designs and plans network communications systems.
• Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture.
• Conducts cost/benefit analysis and provides specific detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements.
• Conducts testing of network design.
• Responsible for monitoring network hardware operations to ensure properly set configuration options.
• Plans implementation of enhancements and upgrades to the network.
• Advises network users of hardware requirements, configurations, and limitations.
• Maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.
• Evaluates and reports on new communications technologies to enhance capabilities of the network.

Work Environment:

• Location: Annapolis Junction MD [On-site]
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20% Travel
• Working Hours: Standard 40 hour per week

Qualifications :

Required:

• Clearance: Top Secret with SCI
• Requires 5 to 8 years with BS/BA or 3 to 5 years with MS/MA or 0 to 2 years with PhD.
• 2 years of Cisco experience; proven expertise with Cisco network hardware including: routers, switches, firewalls, unified communications equipment
• Proven experience in VMware environments
• Proven experience in virtual and physical Internet Protocol and Fiber Channel networks and routing protocols
• Proven experience designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting LAN, WAN and low bandwidth networks protected by network encryptors
• Proficiency in Automation Tools (e.g., Ansible, Python, or similar)
• Expertise in Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Familiarity with Agile Methodologies for iterative network project management
• Experience with Change Management Processes to ensure smooth network updates and configurations
• Knowledge of DISN (Department of Defense Information Network) or CANES (Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services) systems
• Proficiency in Visio or Similar Diagramming Tools for network design documentation
• Information Assurance Certifications consistent with the 8570 IAT Level III

Desired:

• Professional certification in Cisco, VMware, and/or ITIL is desired

Basic Compensation:

$110,000 to $180,000

This range is for the Maryland area only

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, , paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , sex, , gender or expression, , , veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.