Lead Network Engineer

Job Summary:

The Network Engineer supports enterprise-level network operations and modernization activities across federal environments. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, resilient, and high-performance network infrastructure. The engineer works closely with operations, cybersecurity, cloud, and systems engineering teams to ensure reliable connectivity, enforce network security standards, and support mission-critical IT services. The Network Engineer will help operate and maintain a US government agency's enterprise IT infrastructure and enhance key systems to support operating programs and increase efficiencies. The project scope includes operations support, systems engineering and lifecycle management, network operating services, end user support and technical assistance, engineering support, and design, implementation, and maintenance of IT systems and services to ensure the availability, performance, security, and reliability of IT infrastructure and applications.

Job Duties:

The Network Engineer provides hands-on engineering support for network architecture, configuration, and troubleshooting.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years experience supporting enterprise network operations, including routing, switching, and firewall administration.
• Minimum 1 year of experience supporting federal or regulated environments with mission-critical systems.
• Bachelor's degree in information systems, engineering, computer science, related discipline or equivalent experience.
• High School Diploma + 4 additional years of experience = Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree + 4 additional years of experience = Bachelor's Degree
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Must hold at least one of the following certifications
  • CISSP
  • CCNP
  • CCNA
  • Professional Cloud Solutions Architect Certification
  • Certification in Multi-Cloud (AWS, GCP, OCI, Azure)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience implementing cloud network architectures for AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI.
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, Zero Trust architectures, automation tools, and network monitoring platforms.
• Additional advanced certifications (e.g., CCNP Enterprise, CASP+, JNCIS, PCNSA).
• Strong documentation and technical writing experience supporting engineering reviews.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex networking environments.
• Excellent communication abilities to collaborate with stakeholders and explain technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently or as part of cross-functional engineering teams.
• High attention to detail, with strong documentation and configuration-management habits.

Location Policy:

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use [redacted].com, [redacted].com and [redacted].nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

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