Senior Network Engineer — Secure DoD & Tactical Networks

MITRE; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE seeks an experienced networking engineer to lead research, design, and analysis tasks for secure, resilient communications networks across diverse environments. You will build lab-based testbeds, model network behavior in tactical settings, and collaborate with cyber and automation teams to deliver impactful solutions for sponsor missions.

The role requires deep expertise in networking protocols, SDN/NFV concepts, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a minimum of advanced degree with substantial years of related experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to work with customers and effectively lead collaboration efforts across multiple organizations.
• Demonstrated expertise in wireless/tactical networks, network security, and emerging network technologies (cloud, SDN, NFV).
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages such as C, C++, Java, and Python.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals and OSI stack; comfortable with modern network security concepts.

Responsibilities

• Build lab-based testbeds and conduct proof-of-concept experiments.
• Model the performance and behavior of networks in tactical environments.
• Work with cyber and infrastructure automation technologies.
• Research emerging technologies and assess applicability to sponsor missions.
• Assist sponsors in analyzing, modernizing, and advancing their programs.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Networking fundamentals

Education

MS or PhD in engineering

Tools

Ansible

NETCONF

YANG

EMANE

OPNET/Riverbed

Exata

Job description

MITRE seeks an experienced networking engineer to lead research, design, and analysis tasks for secure, resilient communications networks across diverse environments. You will build lab-based testbeds, model network behavior in tactical settings, and collaborate with cyber and automation teams to deliver impactful solutions for sponsor missions.

The role requires deep expertise in networking protocols, SDN/NFV concepts, and strong leadership.