Network Engineer

The Opportunity

A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable USG and commercial partners to achieve their missions, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their evolving needs? Crafting the right network, with the right equipment and software, requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That’s why we need a network engineer like you who knows how to develop the exact network our customer needs.

About the role

You’ll use your experience in network design and architecture, system interoperability, OSI model, network transport layers, multi-protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding to support the nation’s defense and respond to evolving adversaries. You’ll upgrade or develop enterprise-wide infrastructure, troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructures, and increase security, reliability, and availability for mission-critical network systems.

Responsibilities

• Guide our team of problem-solvers to help the DoD and other partners evolve and deploy new capabilities and technologies.
• Optimize client operations and modernization.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission-critical projects.
• Make an impact on national security missions.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in network engineering
• 1+ years of experience with Linux systems
• 1+ years of experience with SATCOM and Fiber systems, or VMWare
• Knowledge of C5ISR systems maintainer and Kubernetes
• Ability to work in AWS Gov Cloud and Edge Node device
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• DoD Approved 8570 Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II Certification such as CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP Certification

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering
• 2+ years of experience with Department of Defense clients and their systems in a secure government space
• Experience with ATAK devices
• Knowledge of JBoss, RHEL, or PodMan to build containers
• Ability to develop Linux-based solutions using scripting and Bash to automate solutions
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Skills

• Network protocols, equipment, emerging technology, and configurations
• Cryptographic equipment, cryptography, key management, software and hardware firewalls, Cisco hardware, Palo Alto firewalls, cloud migration, optical infrastructure networking, virtual routing and forwarding, Juniper SSR, and AWS Gov Cloud

Benefits

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life programs
• Dependent care
• Recognition awards program

Pay

The projected compensation range for this position is $53,000.00 to $108,000.00 (annualized USD).

Schedule

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

Identity Statement

We will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.