Senior Network Engineer

SAIC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support FEMA's IT operations. The role involves overseeing IT services, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in network engineering and project management.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in IT enterprise operations.
• Must obtain a Public Trust clearance before starting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee enterprise-level IT operations including NOC and SOC.
• Manage complex technical projects related to IT infrastructure.

Skills

Network Engineering

Technical Expertise

Project Management

Compliance and Security

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree

Tools

CISSP

CCNP

CCNA

Professional Cloud Solutions Architect

Multi-Cloud Certification

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Minimum Clearance Required None

Job ID 2503956

Location WASHINGTON, DC, US

Date Posted 2025-03-31

Category Information Technology

Subcategory Network Engineer

Schedule Full-time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes, 10 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work Yes

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our team supporting the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contract. The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the smooth functioning of all enterprise-level IT operations, ensuring reliable and secure delivery of IT services that are vital to FEMA’s mission-critical operations and emergency response efforts.

This opportunity is contingent upon award.

Key Responsibilities

• IT Enterprise Operations Oversee all aspects of enterprise-level IT operations including virtualized infrastructure, Network Operations Center (NOC), and Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Technical Project Management Manage and execute complex technical projects related to IT infrastructure migration and cloud solutions.
• Network Design and Implementation Design, implement, and manage operational processes and procedures to ensure reliable delivery of IT services, including networks, servers, databases, and critical IT components.
• Compliance and Security Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and security protocols. Implement best practices for cybersecurity and disaster recovery.
• Stakeholder Collaboration Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to align operational activities with FEMA’s strategic objectives.
• Continuous Improvement Contribute insights to drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field nine (9) years or more of experience and A Master’s degree is preferred with seven (7) or more years of experience
• Certifications Must have the following certifications
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Architect Professional (CCNA)
• Professional Cloud Solutions Architect Certifications
• Certification in Multi-Cloud (AWS, GCP, OCI, Azure)
• Relevant Experience Extensive experience managing IT enterprise operations, including NOC, SOC, and complex IT infrastructure projects.
• Clearance Must obtain a Public Trust clearance prior to starting work under this contract.
  

Skills

• Network Engineering Proven experience in network design, implementation, and management.
• Technical Expertise Hands-on experience with virtualized infrastructure, cloud solutions, and multi-cloud environments.
• Project Management Strong ability to oversee and execute complex technical projects.
• Compliance and Security Expertise in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and implementing cybersecurity protocols.
• Collaboration Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-Solving Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
  

Target salary range $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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