Senior Network Engineer - Network Architect

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity
We are seeking a passionate Senior Network Architect/Engineer to design, architect, and implement innovative Enterprise IT solutions for programs and IRAD as a member of our Enterprise IT Solutions Factory (ESF) Team.

Responsibilities

Your focus will be on IT Network Modernization and contribute to the Network Engineering initiatives promoting the advancement of network modernization frameworks, approaches, toolkits, and solutions to enhance DoD and/or IC networks in support of national security.

• Serve as technical lead on IT networking-related innovation projects, including implementing software defined networking architectures in a lab environment for use in multiple customer environments.

• Conduct research to identify new technologies that could improve solutions.

• Lead the development of architecture solutions and designs and participate in design reviews with the program teams or customers.

• Facilitate technical exchange meetings with the customer and provide recommendations on possible solutions.

• Develop, design, configure and implement data networking solutions based upon the customer’s performance criteria and specifications.

• Prepare technical documentation describing new networking frameworks, approaches, and toolkits.

• Develop and perform technical bootcamps.

• Mentor junior engineers.

Preferred locations: High Point, NC, or Northern VA. Hybrid work with onsite presence for a minimum 3 days/week.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• 7+ years’ or more of experience as a Lead Network Architect/Engineer or leading projects of similar scope

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering or technical field, or equivalent working experience.

• Must possess or quickly obtain industry certifications for data networking (CCNA/CCNP, JNCIA/JNCIP, etc.) and security (Security+, CISSP, etc.) for IAT Level II

• Must have experience in architecting, designing and deployment of Software Defined Networks (SDN) solutions for large-scale IT enterprise networks.

• Hands-on experience in architecting, designing, development and integration of hybrid (Wireless/Wired) large scale networks.

• Working experience and/or certifications with products and technologies from vendors like: Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Palo Alto, Riverbed, Splunk, etc.

• Highly skilled and have expertise with several of the following environments and tools: Linux, Unix, C, C++, Python, Java, MATLAB, Bash scripting.

• Experience with on-premises, cloud-enabled, and cloud-enabled SD-WAN architectures.

• Experience in using drawing tools such as Microsoft Visio or AutoCAD

• Proficient in Microsoft software applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint

Security Requirements

Must be able to successfully complete our clearance sponsorship program to obtain an active clearance up to TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (US Citizenship required)

Desired:

• Experience with cluster management software and cloud service providers such as GCP, AWS, and Azure

• Knowledge and experience with wireless technologies 5G, LTE and Wi-Fi

• Experience with DoD and/or IC network cyber security and DISA STIG requirements.

• Experience with DOD and/or IC IT Network Architectures and requirements.

• ITIL Foundation Certification

• Experience managing projects with large VoIP and Data Network infrastructure modernization.

• Experience working with DoD and/or IC customers.

• Active DoD and/or IC Secret clearance

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.