Network Engineer, Principal

Req ID: RQ

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Skills:

Network Engineering,Network Operations,Network Security

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Join a dynamic and consistently expanding program at GDIT! The US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System eXtended (US BICES-X) program is the cutting edge of secure intelligence sharing, by addressing current and emerging global threats to mission partners, coalition forces, and developing nations. With a globally distributed team aligned with each combatant command, US BICES-X plays a vital role in supporting the warfighter and their missions. We are seeking a creative and highly motivated professional eager to tackle real-world challenges within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of a complex network solution, ensuring strict compliance with NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) guidelines, leveraging multi-layered encryption and NSA-approved component solutions.

• Ensure continuous operation, availability, and security of the "Enterprise Gray" infrastructure, driving integration and compliance with CSfC principles for secure classified data handling.

• Expertly configure and manage diverse network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, IDPS, VPN concentrators), validating that all configurations meet CSfC and DoD security standards.

• Rapidly diagnose and resolve complex network issues, including those related to encryption, routing, and access control within the CSfC architecture.

• Establish and enforce stringent security policies; perform regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to proactively identify and mitigate risks within the accredited CSfC environment.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations and security procedures, ensuring audit readiness against NSA, DoD, and other regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), cybersecurity teams, and system administrators to seamlessly integrate security controls and best practices.

• Mentor and cross-train junior network administrators on CSfC principles, secure network operations, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.

• Develop and implement CSfC compliant disaster recovery and business continuity plans to guarantee rapid incident recovery and resilience.

• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to ensure efficient and reliable data flow within the secure CSfC environment.

• Provide on-call support for critical network issues, ensuring swift resolution during off-hours.

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

• 10+ years of direct experience implementing, maintaining, and securing complex enterprise networks.

• Current industry-recognized professional networking and security certifications (e.g., CCNA, Security+ CE, or equivalent).

• Expert-level knowledge of networking and security principles, including routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), encryption protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS, VPNs), and best practices.

• Demonstrated proficiency with HAIPE encryption devices, network security policy implementation, and security device configuration.

• Proficiency in administering and securing various operating systems and virtualized environments that support network services.

• Strong understanding of DoD and other government security regulations, compliance frameworks, and IT service management methodologies.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Relevant professional-level networking certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNP, Juniper JNCIP).

• Experience with firewall management, rule sets, and access control systems.

• Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Citrix, Microsoft).

• Experience with network operations.

The likely salary range for this position is $96,900 - $131,100. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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