Network & Systems Engineer

About the role

Booz Allen is looking for a Network & Systems Engineer in Chantilly to implement, automate and standardize enterprise network and systems infrastructure across multi-cloud and on-premises environments. The role turns high-level strategic architectures into production-ready implementations with minimal oversight, using automation frameworks and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible.

Key responsibilities

• Implement, automate and standardize network and systems infrastructure across multi-cloud and on-premises environments
• Use IaC tools such as Terraform and Ansible to build repeatable platforms and eliminate configuration drift
• Troubleshoot complex, distributed environments using packet captures and centralized log analysis
• Ensure deployments follow baseline architectural patterns and compliance standards
• Work within cross-functional Agile teams while enforcing architectural standards and documentation baselines

Required profile

• 4+ years of experience in network engineering, systems engineering or infrastructure operations
• Enterprise networking concepts such as routing, switching, subnets, firewalls and segmentation
• Ability to interpret strategic architectural designs and deliver production-ready implementations with minimal oversight
• Ability to work in Agile teams and enforce standards and documentation
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph; applicants undergo a security investigation
• HS diploma or GED

Required skills

• Automation and configuration management with Terraform, Ansible or Python
• Deploying workloads on AWS or Azure and Linux
• CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and infrastructure monitoring
• Troubleshooting with Wireshark, tcpdump and log analysis tools
• Nice to have: Docker, Kubernetes, Zero Trust Architecture, industry certifications (CCNA/CCNP, AWS, RHCSA, Terraform)

What we offer

• Projected annual salary of $112,800 to $257,000 depending on experience and contract terms
• Health, life, disability, financial and retirement benefits, paid leave and tuition assistance
• Recognition awards program