Sr Network Engineer
Zachary Piper Solutions · Fort Meade, MD · 3 days ago
On-siteInformation Technology$170k–$200k/yrFull-time
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.
About the role
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. Onsite presence is required 5 days a week in Fort Meade, MD.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
Pay
Salary range: $170,000–$200,000
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.