Principal Network Engineer

4 weeks ago


Pensacola, Florida, United States PassionHR Inc Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Network Engineer to join our team in a mission-critical environment. This hybrid role demands a minimum of 20% on-site presence, providing flexibility while maintaining critical on-site requirements.

This role involves implementing advanced network communications and cybersecurity capabilities, including hardware/software selection and infrastructure design to support cybersecurity initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Collaborate with Agile Scrum Teams to implement advanced network communications and cybersecurity capabilities.
  2. Develop and configure solutions for networking devices, including firewalls, load balancers, routers, and switches.
  3. Implement firewall policies in response to requests from administrators across different teams.
  4. Perform break/fix actions, operations, and maintenance to ensure continuous network performance.
  5. Upgrade and maintain network device software to ensure compliance and mitigate vulnerabilities.
  6. Sustain and manage ISA networking architecture, ensuring its reliability and efficiency.
  7. Engage in the physical management of data center hardware, including the racking and de-racking of equipment.
  8. Utilize network monitoring and performance tools to monitor network status and respond to real-time issues and tickets.
  9. Collaborate with engineering teams to produce high-quality technical documentation, including user guides, test plans, and training materials.
Mandatory Qualifications
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Must have an active and current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Ability to obtain DHS suitability.
  • Must be able to work a first-shift schedule.
  • Must be available for domestic travel as required.
  • Must support on-site work, with a minimum 20% on-site work requirement.
  • Must have a minimum of 8 years of professional networking experience.
  • Extensive experience in TCP/IP networking, VPN encryption, firewalls, and SNMP-based network management.
  • Advanced troubleshooting experience in Layer 2 functionality and Layer 3 routing protocols within Cisco/Juniper environments.
  • Strong expertise in configuring and troubleshooting IPSEC VPN and firewall architecture.
  • In-depth knowledge of LAN/WAN protocols.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with BGP and OSPF routing protocols.
  • Proficiency in network monitoring and automation tools for troubleshooting and task simplification.
  • Technical understanding of cybersecurity attack techniques and mitigation strategies.
  • Experience with Juniper firewalls and implementing firewall-based policies.
  • Familiarity with AWS and/or Azure networking and connectivity to on-premises environments.
Educational Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required in Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • A Master's degree may substitute for two years of experience.
  • A PhD may substitute for four years of experience.
  • Alternatively, ten years of experience can substitute for a degree.
Desired Certifications
  • Infrastructure-related certifications.
  • CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA-Junos, JNCIS-SEC.
  • Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification.
Why Join Our Company?

We are at the forefront of technological innovation, committed to solving complex challenges in national security and beyond. Our collaborative culture values diverse perspectives, empowering every team member to experiment, build, and transform with agility. If you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply online and become part of a team that drives innovation and delivers solutions that matter.

Application Process

If you are a seasoned Network Engineer ready for a role where your expertise can directly impact, we strongly encourage you to submit your application online and take the next step in your career with us.

Recruiting services are provided by PassionHR Consulting, an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).



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