Senior Network Engineer

Blackwatch International Corporation

Senior Network Engineer providing IT infrastructure and cybersecurity support at Blackwatch. Collaborating with teams to enhance IT service delivery for federal government agencies.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeAlexandria • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDNSFirewallsITSMServiceNowSwitchingVoIP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

design, configuration, installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise network infrastructure
ensure reliable, secure, and high-performing network connectivity
operate in a supervisory capacity as needed
coordinate network support activities
enable seamless connectivity between servers, end-user devices, collaboration platforms, and cloud-based services
supporting both proactive network optimization and reactive incident resolution
respond to network-related incidents and service requests
generate operational reports and documents service activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field required (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum of 8+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, infrastructure support, or enterprise IT environments (or 6+ years with a Master’s degree)
Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership on major network engineering tasks and mission-critical infrastructure initiatives
Expert-level knowledge of enterprise network architecture, including LAN, WAN, routing, switching, and wireless technologies
Advanced experience configuring, installing, and maintaining network devices such as routers, switches, gateways, and firewalls
Strong experience supporting enterprise services including DNS, DHCP, Active Directory integration, and authentication services
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex, high-impact network issues in large-scale enterprise environments
Experience supporting Voice over IP (VoIP) and Video Teleconferencing (VTC) systems and related infrastructure
Experience staging, testing, deploying, and validating network equipment, including SOHO and enterprise-grade devices
Ability to analyze network performance, identify root causes of outages, and implement corrective and preventive solutions
Experience leading or overseeing junior and mid-level engineers in operational or project-based work
Strong experience working in IT service management environments using ticketing systems (e.g., SMP, ServiceNow, or equivalent)
Demonstrated ability to develop technical documentation, network diagrams, reports, and operational procedures
Experience generating executive-level reports and providing technical recommendations to management
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively
Experience participating in or leading root cause analysis (RCA) for critical network incidents and outages
Proven ability to work independently while establishing goals, priorities, and technical direction aligned to mission objectives
Experience working in Agile or cross-functional enterprise IT environments
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance or higher
Preferred Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, Network+, Security+, or equivalent advanced networking certifications
Experience supporting federal government or highly regulated enterprise environments
Experience with network monitoring, automation, or performance management tools
Experience supporting large-scale VTC and collaboration infrastructure in mission-critical environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

dynamic working environment
multiple opportunities for advancement

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Hard Skills & Tools

network infrastructure designnetwork configurationnetwork installationnetwork testingnetwork maintenancenetwork troubleshootingenterprise network architectureLANWANrouting

Soft Skills

technical leadershipproblem-solvingcommunicationindependent workgoal settingprioritizationstakeholder engagementteam oversightreport generationdocumentation

Certifications

CCNPCCIENetwork+Security+Public Trust clearance