Senior Systems Engineer (Network)

First Division Consulting; Dahlgren (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Network) to support a Department of the Navy customer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network architecture, design, implementation, and security within a high-stakes DoD environment. Responsibilities include designing secure network infrastructures and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

STD

LTD

Holidays

PTO

401(k) plan with company match

Qualifications

• 6 years experience in designing and implementing LAN/WAN networks.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• One of the specified IT certifications is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage secure LAN/WAN architectures.
• Configure and maintain routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Support cybersecurity compliance efforts in accordance with DoD policies.

Skills

Network Architecture

Design

Implementation

Security

Troubleshooting

Education

Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance with SCI eligibility

CASP+

CCNP Security

CCSP

GCIH

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

TCP/IP

VoIP

Job description

This position is contingent on contract award**

First Division Consulting is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Network) to support a Department of the Navy (DoN) customer in Dahlgren, VA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network architecture, design, implementation, and security within a high-stakes DoD environment.

This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure network infrastructures, leveraging Cisco, Juniper, TCP/IP, and VoIP technologies, while ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage secure LAN/WAN architectures for a DoD operational environment.
• Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and fiber optic networking solutions.
• Utilize Cisco and Juniper networking technologies to enhance network security and performance.
• Oversee cable plant design and network infrastructure installations, ensuring mission-critical availability.
• Implement VoIP solutions, optimizing performance and security for voice communications.
• Conduct network performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure operational efficiency.
• Support cybersecurity compliance efforts, including security configurations and risk management in accordance with DoD policies.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, cybersecurity experts, and DoD stakeholders to enhance network capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Six (6) years of professional experience in:
• Designing and implementing LAN/WAN networks within corporate or DoD environments.
• Configuring and maintaining network infrastructure using Cisco and Juniper technologies.
• TCP/IP and VoIP technology integration.
• Managing routers, switches, fiber optics, firewalls, and structured cable plant designs.
• Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• One of the following IT certifications:
• CASP+ (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner)
• CCNP Security (Cisco Certified Network Professional Security)
• CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)
• GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DoD or government network operations.
• Strong knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and DoD cybersecurity frameworks.
• Expertise in network automation, scripting, and virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud-based networking solutions for hybrid environments.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, holidays, PTO and 401(k) plan with company match.

FirstDiv is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.