Principal Network Engineer

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC; Southern Pines (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC seeks a Principal Network Engineer in Southern Pines, NC, offering remote/hybrid/in-office options. You will lead design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced network solutions, shaping the strategic direction and security posture.

The role requires 12+ years of experience, a related bachelor's, and proven ability to work with Azure, AWS, Windows, Linux, and Nutanix. U.S. security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 12+ years of related experience.
• Experience can substitute for degree; 14+ years if no degree.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP.
• Experience with network implementation projects in dynamic environments.
• IDM/AD experience.
• Cloud deployment in Azure and AWS.
• Hyperconverged infrastructure experience.
• Familiarity with the CMMC framework.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong communication.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic vision for the product line's network infrastructure.
• Design, implement, expand, and maintain secure network architectures.
• Drive adoption of new technologies and best practices within the team.
• Oversee development and enforcement of network security policies.
• Azure and AWS configuration and maintenance.
• Windows Server and Linux operating system configuration and maintenance.
• Nutanix administration.

Skills

Network engineering

TCP/IP

Security best practices

Leadership

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Azure

AWS

Nutanix

Windows Server

Linux

AD/IDM

Hyperconverged

Job description

Remote or hybrid or in office

Southern Pines, NC

Full time

R0030564

Do you have an eye for detail and a passion for developing innovation solutions? Join our team! As a Principal Network Engineer, you will be at the forefront of driving innovation and excellence in network engineering. You will provide visionary leadership in the design, implementation, and maintenance of cutting-edge network solutions. This position will require a blend of technical prowess, leadership skills, and extensive experience in network engineering. This role demands exceptional technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a deep commitment to network security and reliability.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic vision and execution of the product line's network infrastructure

• Design, implement, expand, and maintain highly advanced and secure network architectures

• Drive the adoption of new technologies and best practices within the engineering team

• Oversee the development and enforcement of network security policies and procedures

• Azure and AWS configuration and maintenance

• Windows Server and Linux operating system configuration and maintenance

• Nutanix administration

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

• 12+ years of experience in a related field.

• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 14 years of related experience is required.

• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

• Strong knowledge of network protocols and services [e.g., Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)].

• Experience designing & managing network implementation projects in a dynamic fast paced environment.

• Experience with IDM (Identity Management) and Active Directory user and asset management

• Experience with deployment, configuration, and sustainment of Windows Server and Linux-based operating systems

• Proficient with deployment of solutions in Cloud Service Providers such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS

• Experience administering Hyper Converged Infrastructure / Virtualization Technology

• Familiarity with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework and control implementation

• Experience configuring, implementing and leveraging computer security and networking diagnostic/monitoring tools

• Ability to rapidly work with minimal supervision on projects

• Ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment

• Excellent organizational, documentation, communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• IAT Level III certification (CISSP, CASP, GCIH, etc.)

• Professional industry certifications such as Microsoft Azure

• Administrator, AWS Solutions Architect, Cisco Certified Networking Professional, CompTia certification (Security+, Network+, Server+)

• Experience engineering zero trust networking solutions.

• Expertise in Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) WAN, Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN), and emerging networking technologies.

• Experience in containerized software ecosystem: Docker, container deployment, Docker swarm, Docker security hardening (networking, monitoring, logging)

• Experience with scripting languages/tools (Bash, Python, Perl, Powershell)

• Experience working with Developers, DevOps, and Engineering teams in a dynamic environment to promote/implement the DevSecOps program throughout the organization

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs regularly.

• Work primarily at a computer for extended periods.

• Frequent use of hand/finger dexterity for computer work.

• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

• Occasional travel may be required.

• The ability to participate in afterhours on-call duties.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/Personnel-Vetting/Background-Investigations-for-Applicants/Investigations-Clearance-Process/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains - sea, land, air, space and cyber.

As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.

Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.