Principal Network Engineer Cyberspace Network Operations

People Technology And Processes; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

People Technology And Processes is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to support cyberspace network operations at Fort Bragg, NC. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in information technology, particularly in DoD or SOF programs.

The role focuses on providing assessments, developing architecture data, and ensuring alignment with mission requirements. Strong qualifications in enterprise IT architectures and acquisition documentation are essential. The position requires a Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in IT or cyberspace operations, with 5 years in DoD or SOF.
• Experience with SETA-style analysis and recommendations for government programs.
• Deep understanding of enterprise IT architectures and networked systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior subject matter expert supporting PMSP with assessments and recommendations.
• Translate mission requirements into IT service needs and technical designs.
• Evaluate emerging services and recommend solutions for mission support.

Skills

Information technology expertise

Cyberspace operations

Enterprise architecture

Acquisition documentation

Education

Advanced degree or relevant industry certifications

Tools

CISSP

CCNP

ITIL

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Fayetteville, NC 28310; PWS Title: Principal Network Engineer Cyberspace Network Operations; Location: Fort Bragg, NC; Clearance Type: Top Secret.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior SETA IT and CNO subject matter expert supporting PMSP, providing independent assessments and recommendations across multiple programs.
• Represent user and customer needs in the development of architecture data, reference models, and architectural alternatives to support SOF mission requirements.
• Translate mission requirements into IT service needs, technical designs, and purchase request packages, assembling complete and accurate acquisition documentation.
• Proactively evaluate emerging services and technologies, conduct mission-focused impact and gap analyses, and recommend solutions to enhance mission support.
• Support planning and coordination of infrastructure strategic and long‑range goals, management concepts, and business practices.
• Assist with analysis and execution of technical strategies to address changing DoD IT policies, reforms, and optimization efforts that impact operations.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in information technology, enterprise architecture, or cyberspace operations, including at least 5 years supporting DoD or SOF programs.
• Demonstrated experience providing objective, SETA-style analysis and recommendations to government program offices.
• Deep understanding of enterprise IT architectures, networked systems, and service‑oriented designs supporting operational users.
• Strong background developing or supporting acquisition documentation such as purchase request packages and supporting technical artifacts.
• Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain any CI polygraph or clearance levels required by the Government.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting USSOCOM, USASOC, or other SOF organizations.
• Experience with DoD IT policy reforms, optimization initiatives, and cloud/network modernization efforts.
• Advanced degree and/or relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNP, ITIL).