Senior Network Engineer - Satellite Communications

About the role

Booz Allen is looking for a Senior Network Engineer to help the Department of Defense develop, modernize and sustain secure, resilient satellite communications networks that support critical defense operations. The role applies network design, architecture, Layer 2/3 technologies and system interoperability to improve reliability, availability and performance, and contributes to implementation planning, technical reviews, tests and upgrades.

Key responsibilities

• Design and architect complex network systems and lead testing and deployment of systems or solutions
• Configure and troubleshoot network and firewall equipment, including IPv6 and IPSec VPNs
• Contribute to engineering efforts such as implementation planning, technical reviews, test activities and upgrades
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on mission-critical projects and modernization initiatives
• Support the DoD's field and sustain satellite communications capabilities providing data and voice solutions to tactical and strategic users

Required profile

• 8+ years of experience with IP networking design and troubleshooting
• 8+ years architecting and designing complex network systems and leading testing and deployment
• 8+ years configuring and troubleshooting Cisco switches, routers and firewalls
• 8+ years of network and firewall troubleshooting
• 8+ years configuring and troubleshooting IPv6 or IPSec VPNs
• Secret clearance; applicants undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for classified information
• HS diploma or GED

Required skills

• Cisco switches, routers and firewalls
• Routing protocols such as MPLS, BGP or Multicast
• IPv6 and IPSec VPNs
• Nice to have: Cisco CCNP, CCNA or Security+ certification, experience leading large-scale modernization, mentoring engineers and communicating designs to clients

What we offer

• Projected annual salary range of $77,600 to $176,000 depending on experience, education and contract requirements
• Health, life, disability, financial and retirement benefits, paid leave and tuition assistance for full-time employees working at least 20 hours per week