Sr Network Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions; Fort Meade, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Sr. Network Engineer to support a leading government-focused technology environment in Fort Meade, MD. The role includes advising on architecture, driving network automation, and supporting mission-critical operations on-site five days a week.

The candidate should have 8+ years in enterprise networking, CCIE is preferred (CCNP Data Center or equivalent is also considered), and hands-on experience with Python, Ansible, APIs, Docker, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 8+ years of experience in enterprise networking.
• CCIE certification preferred; CCNP Data Center or equivalent advanced Cisco expertise considered.
• Strong experience with routing, switching, SD-WAN, data center infrastructure, and network security.
• Hands-on with Python, Ansible, APIs, Docker, GitHub, Linux, and Windows Server administration.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize enterprise network and data center infrastructure for high availability.
• Lead troubleshooting for routing, switching, security, and performance in large-scale environments.
• Translate business requirements into scalable network solutions as a technical advisor.
• Drive automation and operational efficiency using Python, Ansible, APIs, and infrastructure automation tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate on modernization and transformation projects.

Skills

Routing & Switching

Network Architecture

SD-WAN

Data Center Infrastructure

Network Security

Python

Ansible

APIs

Docker

GitHub

Linux

Windows Server

Clearance TS/SCI

Education

CCIE Certification

CCNP Data Center Certification

Tools

Docker

GitHub

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Sr. Network Engineer in Fort Meade MD to support a leading government-focused technology environment responsible for maintaining and modernizing large-scale enterprise infrastructure. The Sr. Network Engineer will serve as a trusted technical advisor, leading architecture discussions, driving network automation initiatives, and supporting mission-critical operations within a highly secure environment. The Sr. Network Engineer will need to sit onsite 5 days a week in Fort Meade MD.

Responsibilities of the Sr. Network Engineer:

• Design, implement, and optimize enterprise network and data center infrastructure supporting high-availability operations.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex routing, switching, security, and performance-related issues across large-scale environments.
• Serve as a technical advisor to stakeholders by translating business requirements into scalable network solutions.
• Drive automation and operational efficiency initiatives utilizing Python, Ansible, APIs, and infrastructure automation tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams on modernization, migration, and transformation projects.

Qualifications of the Sr. Network Engineer:

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 8+ years of experience supporting enterprise-level networking environments.
• CCIE certification preferred; CCNP Data Center certification or equivalent advanced Cisco expertise will be considered.
• Strong experience with routing and switching, network architecture, SD-WAN, data center infrastructure, and network security.
• Hands-on experience with Python, Ansible, APIs, Docker, GitHub, Linux, and Windows Server administration.

Compensation for the Sr. Network Engineer includes:

• Salary range: $170,000-$200,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO

This job opens for applications on 09/04/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: Sr. Network Engineer, Senior Network Engineer, TS/SCI, CCIE, CCNP Data Center, Cisco, Enterprise Networking, Routing, Switching, Network Architecture, SD-WAN, Catalyst Center, UCS, Nutanix, Python, Ansible, Automation, Network Security, Data Center, Fort Meade

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