Network Systems Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Network Engineer to design and deploy secure DoD networks, plan acquisition, installation, and maintenance across platforms.

You will optimize network operations, address interoperability issues, and contribute to cloud-ready networking while expanding your DoD and cybersecurity expertise. This role offers growth within Booz Allen's mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years installing, configuring, operating, and maintaining SolarWinds network monitoring solutions.
• 3+ years with firewall and enterprise security design, including device hardening, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and vulnerability assessment.
• Experience with Palo Alto, Cisco, or Juniper firewalls and enterprise IT in large environments.
• Experience with boundary protection and packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark).
• Ability to travel up to 25% and hold TS/SCI clearance; HS diploma or GED required.
• DoD 8140 Level II Certification or equivalent cybersecurity credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of network components.
• Resolve interoperability issues across platforms and support hardware procurement.
• Design and implement secure network solutions for DoD environments.
• Advance network optimization and cloud technologies while expanding DoD expertise.

Skills

SolarWinds

Firewall design

Intrusion detection

SIEM

Wireshark

Boundary protection

Network security

Education

HS diploma or GED

DoD 8140 Level II certification

Security+

CySA+

CISSP

TS/SCI clearance

Tools

Palo Alto

Cisco

Juniper

Job description

The Opportunity:A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable the DoD to achieve their mission, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their evolving needs? Crafting the right network, with the right equipment and software, requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That’s why we need a network engineer like you who knows how to craft the exact network the DoD needs.As a Network Engineer on our team, you’ll help the DoD deploy a reliable network to support national defense. You’ll work with customers to learn the strategic goals and operational needs that shape network requirements. You’ll then plan the acquisition, installation, configuration, and maintenance of network components. From resolving interoperability issues across platforms, to supporting the acquisition of hardware, you’ll put your hardware and software talents to good use. This is your chance to grow your skills in network optimization and cloud technologies while continuing to grow your network engineering experience. Join us as we help the DoD to expand their enterprise service capabilities.Join us. The world can’t wait.You Have:5+ years of experience installing, configuring, operating, and maintaining SolarWinds network monitoring and management solutions3+ years of experience with firewall and enterprise security design, including device hardening, intrusion detection and intrusion prevention systems, SIEM, firewalls, internet protocol security, and vulnerability assessmentExperience with Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco, or Juniper firewallsExperience in network security and enterprise IT systems design for large commercial or government environmentsExperience with boundary protectionKnowledge of packet analysis tools, such as WiresharkAbility to travel up to 25% of the timeTS/SCI clearanceHS diploma or GEDDoD 8140 baseline Level II Certification, such as Security+, CySA+, CISSP, or DoD Cyber Workforce Framework CertificationNice If You Have:Experience designing and implementing cloud-native and over-the-top networking in AWS, Azure, or GCPExperience with SD-WANExperience with Ansible or PythonKnowledge of DoD IT and cloud security policies, including STIGs and DoD Cloud SRG, and how to apply them to the design and implementation of cloud solutionsPossession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, prior publications, and speaking engagements in industry or vendor forumsClearance:Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.CompensationAt Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.Identity StatementAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.Candidate AI Usage PolicyAI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided .Work ModelOur people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll 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.