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Position Title: Network Engineer Sr Principal
Position Summary:
GDIT is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join our team supporting mission-critical operations for our customer. In this role, you will design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot complex network systems to ensure optimal performance, security, reliability, and scalability in a large-scale environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in network infrastructure and security best practices to advance enterprise IT capabilities for critical government programs.
Responsibilities:
Infrastructure Design & Implementation: Design, build, and implement network systems for LAN, MAN, and WAN environments, ensuring they meet performance and scalability requirements.
System Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor and diagnose network issues, performing root-cause analysis to address connectivity problems and optimize operations.
Traffic Analysis & Capacity Planning: Analyze network traffic patterns and provide capacity planning solutions to support infrastructure growth and performance improvements.
Vendor Coordination: Interface with vendor support services to ensure timely resolution of issues and proper escalation during outages or performance degradations.
System Configuration: Perform system-level design and configuration, determining hardware, operating systems, and platform specifications to meet operational requirements.
Quality Assurance: Evaluate and test new and existing network products and technologies, ensuring they align with organizational standards and quality protocols.
Network Operations Oversight: Provide technical assistance and oversight across all network operations, including LAN/MAN/WAN administration, security protocols, and systems integration.
Policy Input: Contribute to policy discussions by providing insights on standards, technical constraints, and budget considerations impacting network operations.
Testing & Optimization: Conduct routine testing and analysis of network hardware, communications systems, and connectivity components.
Performance Enhancements: Identify opportunities for network optimization and implement improvements to maximize system performance and security.
Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation for network configurations, processes, and procedures to support operational consistency.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in network engineering, infrastructure design, and systems troubleshooting.
Security Clearance: DOE Q or TS clearance required.
Technical Expertise:
Deep knowledge of routers, switches, firewalls, wireless technologies, and network design principles.
Expertise in protocols like TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, OSPF, and BGP.
Understanding of network security practices, including system hardening and compliance with organizational standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
DOE Experience: Previous experience working with the Department of Energy or similar federal agencies.
DNS & Configuration Expertise: Familiarity with Microsoft DNS and Unix BIND systems.
Compliance Standards: Experience with DISA STIGs and other security frameworks required for federal compliance.
Work Location: Germantown, MD
Citizenship: US Citizenship required.
Why Join GDIT?
At GDIT, your contributions help deliver solutions that ensure national security and operational excellence.
Professional Growth: Access internal mobility programs, paid certifications, and continuous learning opportunities to expand your career journey.
Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, health and wellness packages, 401(k) company match, and paid time off.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a diverse and innovative team that prioritizes teamwork and high-impact results.
Mission Impact: Support critical government programs by advancing enterprise IT infrastructure and modernizing essential functions.
Grow Your Career with GDIT
If you're passionate about designing and implementing secure, high-performing networks, join GDIT to apply your expertise and drive meaningful outcomes for cutting-edge technologies and federal IT operations.
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