Network/Systems Engineer

About the Role

The Sponsor provides a high-performance testing network consisting of virtual images, software libraries, and DevOps applications services in support of manual and automated testing for its user base. The Sponsor needs to upgrade this testing network and is seeking help to design and implement said network, including all hardware and software. This position is fully on-site in Chantilly, VA, and requires an active Poly clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement upgrades to the testing network, including hardware and software components.
• Develop automation and configuration management solutions using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Python.
• Deploy, manage, and maintain workloads across cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and Linux operating systems.
• Support and integrate CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure monitoring tools.
• Perform deep-dive troubleshooting across complex, multi-tiered systems using network packet captures (e.g., Wireshark, tcpdump) and centralized log analysis.
• Translate high-level, strategic architectural designs into standardized, production-ready technical implementations with minimal oversight.
• Collaborate within cross-functional Agile teams while enforcing architectural standards, configuration consistency, and documentation baselines.

Requirements

• Active Poly clearance (mandatory)
• 4+ years’ experience in network engineering, systems engineering, or infrastructure operations.
• Strong emphasis on enterprise networking concepts (routing, switching, subnets, firewalls, and segmentation).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and Linux operating systems.
• Proficiency in automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Python).
• Ability to support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure monitoring.
• Skill in troubleshooting complex systems using network packet captures and log analysis.

Qualifications

• Experience with container orchestration and microservices architecture (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Knowledge of Zero-Trust Architecture (ZTA) and defensive cyber operations principles is advantageous.
• Ability to identify and remediate configuration drift across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments is desirable.

Skills

• Industry certifications such as:
• CCNA/CCNP
• AWS Solutions Architect
• AWS SysOps Administrator
• Red Hat Systems Administrator
• HashiCorp Terraform Associate