Senior Network Engineer – DoD Security & VTC Expert

The Tatitlek Corporation; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tatitlek Corporation is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to plan, install, maintain, and optimize enterprise network systems supporting voice, video, and data communications in DoD environments.

You will ensure secure, reliable network operations across facilities and support both routine and advanced engineering tasks while mentoring junior staff and maintaining DoD standards.

Qualifications

• Must have DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II certification.
• Six years of experience in network administration or related fields.
• Experience with enterprise network hardware, including switches, routers, cabling, and wireless.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility operations, network administration, data management, information security, and information management functions.
• Install, configure, and maintain network switches, routers, wireless systems, and associated software.
• Support and maintain fiber optic, coaxial, and twisted‑pair cable plants, including testing and troubleshooting.
• Administer and maintain voice, video, and data networks (including VTC systems).
• Utilize network protocols, diagnostic tools, and test equipment to identify and resolve issues.
• Develop, modify, and maintain planned network systems, subsystems, and communication architectures.
• Conduct network engineering tasks including planning, design, development, and system studies.
• Create and update network diagrams and documentation using Visio and AutoCAD.
• Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity and network standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior personnel as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

IAT Level II experience

DoD 8140.01 alignment

Network engineering

Network diagnostics

Mentoring junior staff

Education

DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II certification

Tools

Visio

AutoCAD

Fiber optic cabling

Routers & switches

VTC systems

Job description

The Tatitlek Corporation is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to plan, install, maintain, and optimize enterprise network systems supporting voice, video, and data communications in DoD environments.

You will ensure secure, reliable network operations across facilities and support both routine and advanced engineering tasks while mentoring junior staff and maintaining DoD standards.