Network Engineer
The Opportunity:
A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable the U.S. government to achieve their missions, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their current and evolving needs? Crafting the right network with the right equipment and software requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That’s why we need you, an experienced network engineer who knows how to develop the exact network the U.S. government requires to accomplish its fast-paced, worldwide mission.
As a Network Engineer on our team, you’ll use your experience in network design and architecture, system interoperability, OSI model, network transport layers, multi-protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding to support the nation’s defense and respond to evolving adversaries. You’ll upgrade or develop enterprise-wide infrastructure, troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructures, and increase security, reliability, and availability for mission-critical network systems.
You’ll apply your expertise in routing and switching, integration of encryption gear, network design and architecture, system interoperability, IP engineering, network transport layers, multi-protocol label switching, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding as you join our team of problem-solvers to help the U.S. government evolve and deploy new capabilities and technologies.
Your knowledge of network protocols, equipment, emerging technology, and configurations will come in handy as you optimize client operations and modernization. Using your experience in network engineering, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission-critical projects. Using your technical curiosity and knowledge of industry standards, you’ll make an impact on national security missions.
Further your career with us as we enable the U.S. government to build robust, efficient, scalable networks that enable them to accomplish their fast-paced, demanding, worldwide mission!
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
8+ years of experience in network engineering supporting both on-prem and cloud architectures
Experience supporting cyber operations or cybersecurity and related networking technologies either in an offensive or defensive manner
Experience with a variety of operating systems, including Windows, MacOS, Linux, or various Mobile OS
Ability to research, analyze, prioritize, problem-solve, and synthesize large amounts of data and work several tasks concurrently with minimal supervision
Ability to translate technical data into written reports that can be consumed by non-technical senior leaders
TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
HS diploma or GED
Nice If You Have:
Experience supporting a counterintelligence mission
Knowledge of air interface technology as it relates to clandestine communication and operations, including cellular technologies such as 3G, 4G, and 5G and their network functionality, and with computer radio frequency (RF) technology, including WiFi, Bluetooth, and others
Knowledge of counterintelligence practices, including foreign intel and security services capabilities and methods to defend, detect, and disrupt clandestine intelligence operational threats
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
- If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
- If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
