Network Engineer (S-NET)

Abile Group, Inc; Annapolis, Fort Meade (MD, FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to enhance their network architecture for an Intelligence Community Customer. This role involves designing and optimizing network systems, implementing best practices in SDN and automation, and ensuring robust network security. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with Cisco hardware, VMware, and a strong background in both virtual and physical networking. Join a team that values innovation and excellence, where your contributions will directly impact mission-critical operations and support the Intelligence Community's objectives.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience with a Bachelor's, or 6-8 years with a Master's.
• Proven expertise in Cisco hardware and VMware environments.

Responsibilities

• Recommend best practices for network architecture improvements.
• Design telecommunications circuit specifications and network systems.

Skills

Cisco experience

VMware environments

LAN/WAN design and troubleshooting

Automation Tools (Ansible, Python)

Software-Defined Networking (SDN)

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Agile Methodologies

Change Management Processes

DISN or CANES systems knowledge

Visio or similar diagramming tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

Ansible

Python

Terraform

CloudFormation

Visio

Job description

Overview

Abile Group has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Network Engineer (S-NET) supporting an Intelligence Community Customer.

The right candidate will possess the below skills and qualifications and be ready to handle all responsibilities independently and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Recommends best practices such as SDN, Intent-based networking, and network segmentation protocols to improve the existing architecture and meet new networking requirements.
• Designs telecommunications circuit specifications.
• Identifies the need for routers, switches, and encryption devices to support enterprise services.
• Delivers service catalog items for automatically provisioning network configurations to deliver Infrastructure-as-Code.
• Develops and maintains 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.
• Monitors 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.

Qualifications

Clearance Required: TS/SCI.

Degree and Years of Experience: Requires 8 to 10 years with BS/BA or 6 to 8 years with MS/MA or 3 to 5 years with PhD.

• 2 years of Cisco experience; proven expertise with Cisco network hardware including routers, switches, firewalls, and unified communications equipment.

Required Certifications:

• Information Assurance Certifications consistent with the 8570 IAT Level III.

Desired Certifications:

• Professional certification in Cisco, VMware, and/or ITIL.

Required Skills:

• 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.

About Abile Group, Inc.

Abile Group, Inc. was formed in July 2004 to partner with the Intelligence Community and their Contractors in the areas of Enterprise Analytics & Performance Management, IT & Systems Engineering, and Program & Project Management. We have significant experience with the Federal Government and are an EDWOSB dedicated to our employees and clients. We are looking for high-performing employees who enjoy providing advice and guidance along with solutions development and implementation support, crafted by combining industry best practices with the clients’ subject matter experience and Abile’s breadth of expertise.

Hiring Statement

Abile is committed to hiring the most qualified and best fit person for the job - always has, always will. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [e-mail] with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.

Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.