Senior Principal Network Engineer, Tucson, AZ - ONSITE

About the role

The Classified Infrastructure Services department provides expertise to programs in Networking, High Performance Computing, and Storage & Data Protection. As a Principal Network Engineer for this high-impact team, you will provide Subject Matter Expertise within the networking discipline. You will support operational teams by bringing your advanced networking knowledge and troubleshooting ability. As a Principal Network Engineer, you will research new technologies, collaborate with other organizations, and help drive the network roadmap and vision.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced knowledge in support of (software/firmware/hardware) LAN/WAN components including routers, switches, firewalls (Cisco/Palo Alto).
• Maintain smooth operation of voice and data networks.
• Plan, evaluate, coordinate, and perform installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network.
• Maintain network management software platforms.
• Propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings aligning with future requirements factoring in redundancy and required network uptime.
• Focuses on Inter-team communication and organization of clear documentation of network details to support and enable smooth project growth.
• Drive and/or participate in projects in support of installation and/or improvement to voice, video, and network infrastructure.
• Produce, update, and generally improve technical documentation to support security requirements and operational support of systems.
• Propose to management and configure network solutions, meeting all communications requirements based on future needs, current usage, cost savings, and availability.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for network infrastructure.
• Aid in coordination of third-party maintenance and procurement for network equipment or with vendors for third-party support.
• Aid in the overall performance and capability of technical teams through mentoring, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Willingness and availability to work outside normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.
• Willingness and availability to travel to local and other U.S domestic sites approximately 30% of time.
• Must be able to work with general supervision and follow established procedures.

Qualifications

• Typically requires bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 8 years relevant experience, or an advanced Degree and a minimum of 6 years’ experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret DOD security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Advanced knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of routers, switches, firewalls, and authentication servers.
• Knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems, including software upgrades.
• Experience with platforms such as Cisco ISE, Cisco Call Manager, NTP servers, General Dynamics GemOne, and SolarWinds.
• Experience configuring, updating, and troubleshooting encryption devices and intrusion detection systems.
• Experience with classified computing, NIST and other Security doctrine, STIG compliance, and network refreshes.
• Experience with project management, team leadership, and personnel development.
• Ability to solve complex problems with limited supervision.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office technologies including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio.
• Certifications in Security+ within 6 months and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) level certification within a year.
• Working knowledge of network security and infrastructure best practices.
• Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communication.