Network Engineer, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 77,600 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Senior Network Engineer in Pensacola, Florida. In this role, you will design and support network security architectures crucial for the Department of Defense. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in DoD environments, familiarity with Zero Trust principles, and a strong understanding of enterprise-level network protocols. A Secret clearance is required, and the compensation range is $77,600 to $176,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing and supporting network architectures within DoD environments.
• Experience implementing Zero Trust principles and network segmentation.
• Knowledge of DoD security standards and compliance within a ZTNA model.

Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise-wide infrastructure design and troubleshoot complex network issues.
• Create and document security architectures and procedures.
• Serve as an advisor on mission-critical projects for the DoD.

Skills

Network design

Routing and switching

Multi-protocol label switching

Zero Trust principles

IP engineering

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Cisco hardware

Palo Alto firewalls

Juniper hardware

Linux and Unix systems

VMware

Job description

Job Number: R0239335

Network Engineer, Senior

A well-designed network is critical to moving data and enabling the Department of Defense (DoD) to achieve its missions. How can an organization ensure its network fits evolving needs? Crafting the right network with the right equipment and software requires technical skill and careful planning. We need a seasoned Network Engineer who knows how to develop the exact network DoD needs.

Opportunity

As a Network Engineer on our team, you will use your experience in network design and architecture, system interoperability, OSI model, network transport layers, multi‑protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding to support the nation’s defense and respond to evolving adversaries. You will develop enterprise‑wide infrastructure design, troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructures, and increase security, reliability, and availability for mission‑critical network systems. Your expertise in routing and switching, network design and architecture, system interoperability, IP engineering, network transport layers, multi‑protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding will help guide our team of problem‑solvers to help the DoD evolve and deploy new capabilities and technologies. Your knowledge of enterprise‑level network protocols, equipment, emerging technology, and configurations will be valuable as you optimize client operations and modernization. Using your experience in software and hardware firewalls, Cisco hardware, Palo Alto firewalls, Juniper hardware, and optical infrastructure networking, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission‑critical projects. Your technical curiosity and knowledge of industry standards will enable you to make an impact on national security missions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting network and security architectures within DoD hybrid environments, including implementing Zero Trust principles.
• 5+ years of experience implementing and configuring network segmentation and micro‑segmentation solutions, including Software‑Defined Networking (SDN) technologies, container networking, and virtualization platforms.
• 5+ years of experience documenting complex network and security architectures, procedures, and troubleshooting workflows, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) implementations.
• Experience designing and architecting enterprise network and cybersecurity solutions within DoD hybrid environments.
• Experience supporting defense programs, standards, or mission requirements directly or indirectly, including Zero Trust initiatives.
• Experience working with secret classified networks, including the unique security challenges and requirements of these environments within a ZTNA model.
• Knowledge of DoD security standards and compliance requirements in a Zero Trust Network Access.
• Secret clearance.
• High school diploma or GED.

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting and operating DoD networks.
• Experience deploying, upgrading, and troubleshooting multivendor network and security platforms such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HPE, and VMware.
• Experience administering Linux and Unix systems in enterprise or tactical environments.
• Experience applying STIGs and performing system security hardening.
• Experience administering Windows systems and services.
• Experience with commercial and DoD cloud networks.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, or a related field.
• CCNA, CCNP, VMware, JNCIA, or JNCP certification.

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position and is one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.

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.