Sr Principal Network Engineer

Softworld - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Senior

Cambridge, MA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

As a Sr Principal Network Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the Enterprise-wide digital transformation, focusing on the design and architecture of IP4 and IPv6 networks. This position involves collaboration with engineers and technicians in a lab environment, advising on the integration of new technologies, and implementing engineering changes to enhance system capabilities. The role emphasizes a culture of innovation, flexibility, and continuous learning, contributing to national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineers and technicians in a lab environment.
• Advise on integration of new emerging industry technologies to the program's systems.
• Implement engineering changes to the system as required.
• Review, analyze, and incorporate technical requirements into end-to-end system architectures.
• Complete network configurations and coordinate with peers, SMEs, and government engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of experience; OR 6 years of relevant experience with a Master (MS) degree; OR 3 years of experience with STEM PhD degree; an additional 4 years of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection.
• Understanding of IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP sub-netting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP.
• Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE).
• Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast.
• Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADITACACS.

Nice-to-haves

• DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent.
• A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent.
• Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISE.
• Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs.
• Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures.
• Experience with tactical/military radio networks, like Common Data Link (CDL) and ANW2.
• Experience with (MIL) SATCOM equipment and services.
• Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC.
• Experience with Cisco Modelling Labs (CML) or Virtual Internet Routing Lab (VIRL).
• Proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio.