Networking and Internet Systems Engineer, Senior

Parsons; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 148,000 - 267,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Networking and Internet Product Manager/Systems Engineer to define the product vision and roadmap for cyber mission systems with a focus on cloud networking and internet connectivity in support of OCO. You’ll lead backlog refinement and collaborate with engineers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver secure, robust network solutions.

The role requires TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance, extensive cloud networking experience, and a background in defense or government contracting.

Qualifications

• Extensive cloud networking and Internet connectivity experience.
• TS/SCI w/ Poly security clearance is required.
• Experience with government or defense sector contracts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide thought leadership and understand requirements to deliver technology solutions for reliable network connectivity.
• Lead product backlog refinement for cloud networking features and user stories.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineers/Product Managers and SCRUM roles to drive PI execution and cross-team collaboration.
• Engage with government stakeholders to align capability delivery for cloud networking.
• Participate in TEMs, working groups, and forums related to cloud networking.

Skills

Cloud networking

Internet connectivity

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Networking and Internet Product Manager/ Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap for cyber mission systems, with a focus on cloud networking and internet connectivity, in support of OCO.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide thought leadership and work with key stakeholders to understand requirements, build partnerships, and provide technology solutions for highly reliable and redundant network connectivity.

• Lead Product backlog refinement, ensuring features and capabilities for cloud networking solutions are well defined, prioritized, and decomposed into actionable user stories.

• Collaborate with other Systems Engineers/Product Managers, Release Train Engineers, and Scrum Masters to drive Program Increment (PI) execution, risk mitigation, and cross-team collaboration for networking-focused projects.

• Engage with Joint Cyber Weapons stakeholders, USCYBERCOM, NSA, Services and CCMDs to gather feedback and align capability delivery for cloud networking and connectivity.

• Participate in technical exchange meetings (TEMs), operational working groups, and other OCO forums related to cloud networking.

• Partner with clients to understand business objectives, user behaviors, and product vision, develop product concepts, roadmaps, test plans, and functional specifications for cloud networking solutions.

• Collaborate with designers and engineers to conceptualize, design, and deliver multi-platform applications with a focus on robust and secure network connectivity.

• Lead engagements alongside company partners as well as the top designers and technologists in the industry.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Min 12 years with Bachelors, 10 years with Masters, or 16 years with HS Diploma or Associates Degree; significant portion of experience in cloud networking and Internet connectivity.

• Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management or related discipline from an accredited college or university. MBA or similar degree is a plus

• Active TS/SCI w/ Poly security clearance

• Experience working with government agencies or contractors in the intelligence or defense sectors is highly desirable.

• Solid understanding of cloud networking principles, including high reliability and redundant internet connectivity.

• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, along with experience with Agile methodologies and cloud services. Experience with networking technologies such as firewalls, load balancers, and VPNs. Familiarity with Atlassian tools, such as Jira and Confluence.

• Experience in the development of products and/or management in a development environment. They build and implement product strategies aligned with the OCO PMO’s vision, develop roadmaps, and prioritize features for cloud networking and connectivity solutions.

• Facilitate interactions between all stakeholders and actively interacting. Good with documentation.

• Hands-on personality, take ownership, actively engage with the team, constant engagement with key stakeholders. Understand team needs, get them what their needs are. Senior Systems Engineers/Product Managers guide and mentor less experienced, collaborating to deliver products on time and within budget. They work with various stakeholders, including clients, senior management, and other teams, to gather feedback and shape product requirements.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager or similar Agile certification(s) is desirable. AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or similar networking certifications are highly desirable.

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking.

• CompTIA Network Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.