Senior Network Engineer

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); Presencial; USD 122.000 - 253.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nightwing is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support enterprise network solutions in a high-security environment. You will deploy and sustain networks across secure, multi-site environments.

The ideal candidate has TS/SCI with Polygraph, a bachelor’s in IT/Networking/Engineering, 10+ years of experience with switching/routing (Cisco), VLANs, VPNs, ACLs and firewalls, and AWS/Azure networking in high-side environments. Experience with mission systems and secure enclaves is preferred.

Formación

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree in IT, networking or related field.
• 10+ years of enterprise network implementation and sustainment.

Responsabilidades

• Deploy and maintain enterprise network infrastructure across secure, multi-site environments.
• Apply architectural plans into operational builds.
• Optimize network performance; manage firewall rules and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and document solutions for stakeholders.
• Collaborate across cloud, systems, and cybersecurity teams.

Conocimientos

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

10+ years enterprise network

Cisco switching/routing

VLANs/VPNs/ACLs

Firewall technologies

AWS/Azure networking

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in IT/Networking/Engineering

Herramientas

Cisco UCS

Aruba Controllers

Nutanix

Palo Alto

Splunk

Wireshark

Descripción del empleo

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

We're seeking a skilled Senior Network Engineer to support implementation and sustainment of enterprise network solutions in a high-security environment. If you’re hands-on, collaborative, and comfortable working with mission-enabling systems—this role might be for you.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain enterprise network infrastructure across secure, multi-site environments
• Apply architectural plans into operational builds
• Optimize network performance, manage firewall rules, and support infrastructure upgrades
• Troubleshoot and document solutions for internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate across cloud, systems, and cybersecurity teams
• Subject matter expert for business development / proposal efforts

What You Bring

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Networking, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise network implementation and sustainment
• Strong command of switching/routing (Cisco preferred), VLANs, VPNs, ACLs, and firewall technologies
• Familiarity with AWS/Azure networking in high-side environments
• Experience working with mission systems and secure enclave operations

Preferred Certs

CCNP, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or equivalent

Tools & Platforms (Cross-Applicable)

• Networking/Virtualization: Cisco UCS, Aruba Controllers, Nutanix
• Security/Monitoring: Palo Alto, Rapid7, XACTA, Splunk, Snort, Wireshark
• Database/Ops: MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Active Directory, Exchange
• Forensics/Pen Testing: Encase, FTK, IDAPro, Python Forensics, Metasploit
• Cloud/Security: AWS Virtualization w/ Palo Alto Direct Connects, Nessus, Web Inspect

Please note, this position is contingent upon award.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.