Network Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 77,500 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Work-life programs

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to develop and manage the Air Force's specialized network in Kentucky. The role involves designing, deploying, and troubleshooting secure network infrastructure critical for national defense missions.

Successful candidates will have a strong background in network switching and routing, along with required qualifications including TS/SCI clearance and Security+ Certification. Competitive salary ranging from $77,500 to $176,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting network switching and routing.
• 3+ years of experience designing and troubleshooting secure networks.
• Experience managing, configuring, and optimizing transport circuits.

Responsibilities

• Develop specialized network infrastructure and architectures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues.
• Apply expertise in administration, routing, and switching.

Skills

Network switching and routing

Designing secure networks

Transport circuits management

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Routing protocols (BGP, NAT, IPsec)

TS/SCI Clearance

Security+ Certification

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in IT, Cyber, or Information Systems

CCNA or CCNP Certification

Cloud Certifications (Cloud+, AWS, Microsoft)

Tools

AWS

Microsoft Azure

VMware vSphere or Horizon

TACACS+

RADIUS

Job description

Network Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to develop and manage the Air Force's specialized network. In this role you will design, deploy, and troubleshoot secure, reliable network infrastructure that supports national defense missions.

Responsibilities

• Develop specialized network infrastructure and architectures.
• Use experience in system interoperability, OSI model, and server and network application administration to support defense missions.
• troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, increasing security, reliability, and availability for mission‑critical systems.
• Apply expertise in administration, routing and switching, and integration of encryption gear.
• Design and architect network solutions enhancing system interoperability.
• Optimize client operations using cryptographic equipment, software and hardware firewalls, Cisco, Palo Alto, cloud integration, and SolarWinds.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission‑critical projects, leveraging industry standards to impact national security missions.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting network switching and routing
• 3+ years of experience designing and troubleshooting secure networks
• Experience managing, configuring, and optimizing transport circuits and routes
• Experience developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for new network connections, IP address management, maintenance schedules, and recovery procedures
• Knowledge of routing protocols and services such as BGP, NAT, or IPsec
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• Security+ Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS connectivity
• Experience with Microsoft Azure connectivity
• Experience using VMware vSphere or Horizon
• Experience working in SAPF and SCIF environments
• Knowledge of managing TACACS+ and RADIUS
• Ability to create and manage network support documentation
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Cyber, or Information Systems
• CCNA or CCNP Certification
• Cloud Certifications (Cloud+, AWS, Microsoft)

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

Salary range: $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). Compensation is determined by location, education, experience, and contract‑specific factors. This posting will close within 90 days from posting date.

Benefits

Benefits include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement options, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care.

Work Model

• Remote: Position may require occasional onsite work at Booz Allen or customer facilities.
• Hybrid: Expect frequent work at a Booz Allen facility, with potential visits to customer sites.
• Onsite: Primary work performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility.

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.