Senior Network Engineer

OCH Technologies, LLC; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Disability coverage

Life insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

OCH Technologies, LLC in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain critical enterprise networks for federal clients at FAA sites.

The role requires extensive Cisco and VMware experience, strong documentation, and ability to lead multi-site projects with on-call responsibilities.

Hybrid work at the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center with travel to government facilities as needed; security clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Eight+ years in network engineering, with design and implementation.
• Cisco networking, routing, switching, and firewalls.
• HA/failover solutions (HSRP/VRRP) and DR planning.
• Multi-site enterprise networks; Windows and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable network architectures.
• Oversee uptime, redundancy, and performance of environments.
• Lead network modernization, optimization, and improvements.
• Manage routing, switching, load balancing, and security.
• Provide Tier 2 troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with infra, security, and apps teams for integration.
• Create and maintain network documentation, standards, SOPs.
• Support federal compliance standards (NIST/FAA where applicable).
• Occasional travel to government facilities.

Skills

Cisco networking

VMware

Network security

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Multi-site experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or math

Tools

SolarWinds

Wireshark

ManageEngine

Jira

Confluence

Bitbucket

Python

Ansible

Job description

Description

OCH Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join our team supporting the FAA. This role involves complex network infrastructure systems across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with enterprise-level systems, strong expertise in Cisco and VMware technologies, and a proven ability to troubleshoot complex, interconnected environments. This role also requires excellent documentation skills, as well as experience managing system upgrades and evaluating new technologies and solutions. This position supports a proposal effort and is contingent upon award, customer approval, and successful onboarding requirements.

Location

Hybrid- FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center - Egg Harbor, NJ

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Design, implement, and maintain highly available, secure, and scalable network architectures.
• Oversee operations and performance of environments, ensuring uptime, redundancy, and resilience.
• Implement network modernization, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage and support core networking technologies including routing, switching, load balancing, and network security.
• Provide Tier 2 troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network issues.
• Oversee and optimize performance using monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Create and maintain network documentation, standards, and SOPs.
• Support federal compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, FAA guidelines where applicable).
• Participate in strategic planning, capacity planning, and technology road mapping.
• Participate in on‑call rotation for critical issues.
• Support configuration management and IT logistics activities.
• Assist with systems testing and maintenance.
• Occasional travel to government facilities is required.
• Monitor and analyze network logs, alerts, and telemetry to proactively identify and address potential failures before they impact operations.
• Perform security maintenance tasks on network infrastructure including vulnerability remediation, compliance patching, and verification of security hardening standards.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or math.

Experience

• A minimum of eight (8+) years of relevant experience in network engineering including design, implementation.
• Experience with Cisco networking technologies (routing, switching, firewalls).
• Hands‑on experience implementing high‑availability and failover solutions (HSRP, VRRP, redundant paths, load balancing).
• Experience with network disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Experience managing multi‑site enterprise network environments.
• Experience supporting both Windows and Linux environments.
• Experience with VMware virtualization platforms.
• Experience with network monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, ManageEngine, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Experience creating technical documentation and system diagrams.

Security Clearance Requirement

Candidate must have the ability to hold and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Cisco technologies including ASA, ISR, and Catalyst platforms.
• Experience with data center network operations.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket.
• Experience with closed network systems and data streaming protocols.
• Experience with wide area network engineering and radar data distribution environments.
• Proficient in Linux environments, primarily RHEL and CentOS.
• Experience with automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.).
• FAA NAS experience.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure) and hybrid cloud environments.
• Familiarity with CIS security guidelines and configuration compliance.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or other networking or security certifications.

Other Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in complex, interconnected environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Self‑motivated with ability to work independently.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and changing requirements.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Benefits

Step into a role at OCH where your contributions make a tangible impact. Join a team that values creativity and initiative, offering a platform to transform the landscape of government IT services. Here, your work is not just a career—it's a mission. Embrace the opportunity to grow, innovate, and excel alongside industry leaders who are as passionate about technology as they are about making a difference. Plus, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and work‑life balance, including:

• Paid time off and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance - Employer Paid!
• 401(k)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

OCH Technologies, LLC is a participant of E‑Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

At OCH Technologies, we deeply respect and appreciate the unique skills and experiences that veterans bring to our team. As a federal contractor, we encourage qualified veterans to apply and provide preference where permitted by law. Your service and dedication are valued here. We are committed to creating a workplace that is open, welcoming, and accessible to everyone. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, we provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process to ensure individuals with disabilities can apply without barriers. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail].

OCH Technologies, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.