Senior Network Engineer

Altamira Technologies Corp.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Altamira Technologies Corp. in Chantilly, VA seeks a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain critical operational networks. You will configure equipment, troubleshoot, and document network diagrams to support national security programs.

The role requires proactive evaluation of vendor products, adherence to STIG and security policies, and strong TCP/IP, routing, switching expertise. A TS/SCI w/CI polygraph is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS or IT with 10+ years of experience.
• Master’s degree in CS or IT with 5+ years of experience.
• Current TS/SCI w/CI polygraph security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain network equipment (switches, firewalls, load balancers).
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Document network configurations and diagrams for reference.
• Provide technical support to system operators.
• Assist in implementing STIG compliance and security controls.

Skills

TCP/IP Model

Routing

Switching

Multi-chassis Groups

LACP

VLANs

NTP

Troubleshooting

ACLs

Firewalls

Security Zone

Security Policies

NAT

Load Balancing

Virtual Servers

Server Pool

Health Checks

Education

Bachelor’s in computer science or information technology

Master’s in computer science or information technology

TS/SCI w/CI polygraph

Job description

Altamira Technologies has a long and successful history providing innovative solutions throughout the U.S. National Security community. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Altamira serves the defense, intelligence and homeland security communities worldwide by focusing on creating innovative solutions leveraging common standards in architecture, data and security. Altamira believes that our people and the culture of our company differentiate us from other companies.

Position Location: Chantilly, VA

Position: Senior Network Engineer

Position Description:

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer responsible for configuration, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a critical operational network. Provides an engineering resource to support data communications and related applications requirements. Provides administrative support of installed systems/networks. Responsible for planning and implementing the necessary hardware, software and telecommunications equipment to maintain and/or enhance the organization’s networks. Evaluates vendor products and recommends purchases. Recommends and implements network policies and procedures and ensures adherence to security procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in installations, configurations, upgrades, and maintenance of network equipment (switches, firewalls, and load balancers)
• Monitor network performance and troubleshooting
• Document network configurations and diagrams
• Provide technical support to system operators
• Assist in implementing STIG compliance

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• TCP/IP Model
• Routing
• Switching
• Multi-chassis groups - Multi-Link Aggregation Domain or Switch Aggregation Groups
• Link Aggregation Control Protocol 802.3ad
• VLANs and VLAN Trunking, (802.1q & 802.3ac)
• Network Time Protocol
• Troubleshooting
• Access Control Lists
• Firewalls
• Security Zone
• Security Policies
• Network Address Translation
• Troubleshooting
• Load Balancing
• Virtual Servers
• Server Pool
• Health Checks

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s in computer science or information technology,10+ years of experience
• Master’s in computer science or information technology, 5+ years of experience
• Must currently possess a TS/SCI w/CI polygraph.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $180,000 to $225,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the scope of the position, relevant experience, education, certifications, internal equity, customer contractual requirements, security clearance requirements, and other legitimate business considerations.