Senior Network Engineer

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in designing and maintaining secure, mission-critical network systems? We're looking for a Senior Network Engineer to support a Federal Law Enforcement Agency Laboratory Division's IT infrastructure, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability. This role will contribute to the Federal Law Enforcement Agency's mission by managing cutting-edge technology and driving innovation in network solutions. This role is on site in Quantico, VA.Essential Duties and Responsibilities : -Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable network infrastructure, including hardware, software, and security components.-Migrate and consolidate on-premise network systems into a hybrid cloud environment (AWS Secret and GovCloud).-Ensure high availability and performance of networks, including monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting.-Manage firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs, ensuring compliance with security protocols and Federal Law Enforcement Agency standards.-Conduct regular network assessments to identify vulnerabilities, enhance cybersecurity posture, and ensure compliance with the Federal Law Enforcement Agency and NIST guidelines.-Support network virtualization (, Hyper-V, VMware) and monitoring tools such as Splunk Enterprise.-Oversee patch management, disaster recovery planning, and routine backup operations.-Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security engineers, systems administrators, and project managers, to support network-dependent systems and applications.-Document network configurations, processes, and procedures to ensure continuity and knowledge sharing.-Manage user access, identity management, and network policy enforcement to protect sensitive systems and data.Required Skills / Experience : -8 years of hands-on experience in enterprise-level network design, implementation, and administration.-Proven expertise in managing Cisco networking technologies (routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs).-Experience with network virtualization platforms (, VMware ESXi, Hyper-V).-Strong understanding of network security protocols, including firewalls, encryption, and intrusion prevention systems (IDS / IPS).-Experience using Splunk or similar tools for monitoring and analyzing network performance.-Familiarity with patch management tools such as WSUS, SCCM, and BigFix.-Knowledge of Active Directory, Windows Server 2019, and Red Hat Linux systems.-Ability to develop and implement network migration plans to cloud platforms (AWS or similar).-Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.Desired Skills / Experience : -Experience supporting networks in classified environments with strict compliance to NIST standards.-Familiarity with cloud services (AWS EC2, RDS, S3) and hybrid cloud solutions.-Working knowledge of disaster recovery planning and failover cluster management.-Experience using advanced network management tools like Citrix XenCenter, Dell OpenManage Enterprise, and Cisco Network Analysis tools.-Strong documentation and technical writing skills.VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit : / / The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable : -The California Fair Chance Act-Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance-Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers-San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance