Senior Network Engineer – Corporate Enterprise Network, WAN
NOVA Corporation
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇺🇸 United States
Visit company websiteJob Level
Senior
Tech Stack
AnsibleAWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityFirewallsPython
About the role
- Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level LAN/WAN architectures supporting DLA mission systems across multiple locations.
- Configure and administer network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPN concentrators.
- Ensure optimal network performance through proactive monitoring, analysis, and tuning of WAN and LAN components.
- Integrate cloud connectivity solutions such as AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, and Google Cloud Interconnect into enterprise networks.
- Implement and maintain network segmentation, access control lists (ACLs), and Zero Trust principles to ensure compliance with DoD security policies.
- Develop and maintain network diagrams, configurations, and documentation in accordance with DLA standards.
- Coordinate with system administrators, database engineers, and cybersecurity specialists to ensure end-to-end network integrity.
- Perform network troubleshooting and root cause analysis for connectivity, routing, and latency issues across hybrid environments.
- Support configuration management and automation using tools such as Cisco DNA Center, Ansible, or Python scripting.
- Assist in planning and executing network modernization, optimization, and cloud migration initiatives aligned with DLA enterprise goals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must possess an active Secret clearance and be eligible for IT-I (Tier 5/SSBI) / Critical Sensitive access.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., Security+, CASP+, or CISSP).
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification required.
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification preferred.
- Additional certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, or CompTIA Network+ are highly desirable.
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in IT with direct involvement in enterprise network engineering and telecommunications.
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive IT experience, including enterprise-level network engineering and telecommunications, with demonstrated experience managing large-scale LAN/WAN infrastructure in DoD or Federal information systems environments.
- Experience supporting at least two projects in technical areas related to WAN/LAN network design or implementation, with one within the past three years.
- Proficiency in configuration, management, and troubleshooting of COTS 10-Gigabit Ethernet LAN systems and associated hardware/software.
- Comprehensive understanding of routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP), VLANs, VPNs, and network security practices.
- Experience in deploying and maintaining network infrastructure in DoD or Federal environments.
- Knowledge of DISA STIG, DoD RMF, and network accreditation processes for classified and unclassified systems.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to support cross-functional IT and security teams.
Benefits
- Must possess an active Secret clearance and be eligible for IT-I (Tier 5/SSBI) / Critical Sensitive access.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., Security+, CASP+, or CISSP).
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification required.
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification preferred.
- Additional certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, or CompTIA Network+ are highly desirable.
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in IT with direct involvement in enterprise network engineering and telecommunications.
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive IT experience, including enterprise-level network engineering and telecommunications, with demonstrated experience managing large-scale LAN/WAN infrastructure in DoD or Federal information systems environments.
- Experience supporting at least two projects in technical areas related to WAN/LAN network design or implementation, with one within the past three years.
- Proficiency in configuration, management, and troubleshooting of COTS 10-Gigabit Ethernet LAN systems and associated hardware/software.
- Comprehensive understanding of routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP), VLANs, VPNs, and network security practices.
- Experience in deploying and maintaining network infrastructure in DoD or Federal environments.
- Knowledge of DISA STIG, DoD RMF, and network accreditation processes for classified and unclassified systems.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to support cross-functional IT and security teams.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
LAN/WAN architecture designnetwork device configurationnetwork performance monitoringcloud connectivity solutionsnetwork segmentationroot cause analysisconfiguration managementnetwork troubleshootingrouting protocols10-Gigabit Ethernet systems
Soft skills
communication skillscollaboration skillsproblem-solving skillsorganizational skills
Certifications
Secret clearanceDoD 8570.01-M IAT Level IICisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)AWS Advanced Networking SpecialtyCompTIA Network+