Senior Network Engineer with Security Clearance

DCI Solutions; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DCI Solutions seeks a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and optimize data center networks. You will work on Layer 2/3 architectures, Spine/Leaf fabrics, and RoCEv2, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring juniors.

Expect to stay current with industry trends, contribute to documentation, and travel up to 20% for on-site activities at customer sites and data centers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing, configuring, and managing complex BGP, VxLAN and Layer 2/3 Data Center architectures.
• Expertise in designing and troubleshooting complex L2/L3 topologies.
• Experience with redundancy protocols such as MCLAG or LACP.
• Experience with Spine-Leaf data center fabrics, architecture design, and implementation.
• Ability to troubleshoot RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2) for ultra high-speed data transfers.
• Linux-Based NOS experience preferred.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Counter-intelligence polygraph.
• Have IAM Level II to satisfy DOD 8570 IAT requirements.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Layer 2/3 data center architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into network solutions.
• Mentor and support junior team members in technical growth.
• Stay updated on networking trends and best practices.
• Document network designs and configurations for knowledge sharing.
• Travel up to 20% to perform on-site installations and troubleshooting.

Skills

BGP

ECMP

VxLAN

MCLAG

Spine/Leaf

RoCEv2

RDMA

Linux NOS

TS/SCI clearance

IAM Level II

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer to join our team. As a key member of the Networking team, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing robust and efficient network infrastructure solutions for our data center environments. Key Job Responsibilities

• Design, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain cutting edge and complex Layer 2/3 data center architectures using BGP, ECMP, VxLAN, MCLAG, Spine/Leaf topologies, RoCEv2, and other related technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective network solutions.
• Provide expert guidance and support to junior team members, assisting them in their professional growth and development.
• Stay updated on the latest networking trends and best practices; proactively seek out new learning opportunities to enhance technical expertise.
• Contribute to the documentation of network infrastructure designs and configurations for future reference and knowledge sharing among team members.
• Travel up to 20% of the time, as required, to perform on-site installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities at customer sites or data centers. Qualifications
• Proven experience in designing, configuring, and managing complex BGP, VxLAN and Layer 2/3 Data Center architectures.
• Expertise in designing and troubleshooting complex L2/L3 topologies.
• Experience with redundancy protocols such as MCLAG (Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation Group) or LACP.
• Experience with Spine-Leaf data center fabrics, architecture design, and implementation.
• Ability and willingness to become skilled at troubleshooting, designing and monitoring RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2) supporting ultra high-speed data transfers.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time (domestic and international) as required.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality work.
• Ability to stay updated on industry trends and technology advancements; willingness to continue learning new things.
• Linux-Based NOS (Network Operating System) experience preferred. Clearance Requirements
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Counter-intelligence polygraph
• Have current IAM Level II to satisfy DOD 8570 IAT requirements