Senior Network Engineer - SDN, Cisco/Juniper, Security

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM Research is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, manage, and optimize DHMS network infrastructure, focusing on reliability, performance, and security. You will work with IT teams and stakeholders to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with DHMS IT policies and best practices.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 5–7 years in network engineering, hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper gear, Wireshark, and SDN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience).
• 5-7 years of experience in network engineering/administration.
• Strong understanding of network principles and prior experience with network equipment (e.g., Cisco, Juniper).
• Proficient in network configuration and troubleshooting methods, processes, and tools (e.g., Wireshark).
• Capable of managing multiple tasks effectively with excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, manages, and optimizes network infrastructure within the DHMS program, ensuring reliability, performance, and security.
• Works with IT teams and stakeholders to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with DHMS IT policies and best practices.
• Performs analysis and design of voice networks, LAN and WAN data networks, wireless networks, and network management systems to support voice and data services.
• Maintains up-to-date technical and practical knowledge of network system testing and analysis methods, processes, and tools (e.g., Wireshark).
• Applies experience with SDN architecture, network assessments, automated configurations, and documentation development.
• Maintains current knowledge of networking hardware, software, standards, best practices, and industry trends in network engineering and data security.

Skills

Network engineering

Wireshark

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Tools

Cisco equipment

Juniper equipment

Wireshark

SDN architecture

Network automation

Job description

ASM Research is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, manage, and optimize DHMS network infrastructure, focusing on reliability, performance, and security. You will work with IT teams and stakeholders to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with DHMS IT policies and best practices.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 5–7 years in network engineering, hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper gear, Wireshark, and SDN.