Senior Network Engineer/Developer

About the position

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer/Developer to join our Task Order proposal on the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Solutions for the Information Technology Enterprise III (SITE III). The Senior Network Engineer/Developer will design, plan, develop, test, secure, and optimize enterprise‑level network solutions in support of mission-critical operations. This position plays a key part in the architecture, evaluation, deployment, and modernization of network communications systems across the agency. TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture.
• Conduct cost‑benefit analyses and support hardware/software selection decisions.
• Perform testing and validation of network designs.
• Monitor network hardware to verify proper configuration and performance.
• Plan and execute network enhancements and upgrades.
• Advise users on hardware requirements, configurations, and limitations.
• Maintain deep technical expertise across routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, and related infrastructure.
• Evaluate emerging communications technologies for future deployment.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI + CI Poly clearance
• BS, 12-15 years of relevant experience; MS, 10-13 years; PhD, 10+ years
• One or more of the following DoD 8570/CS-NET-441 certifications: CASP+, CISSP, GCED
• One or more of the following network certifications: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise/Security), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Juniper Networks Certified Professional (JNCIP)

Nice-to-haves

• AWS Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional (if cloud networking is in scope)
• Microsoft or VMware networking-related certifications
• Azure Network Engineer Associate
• Palo Alto PCNSE
• Check Point CCSA/CCSE
• Cisco DevNet Professional
• Python automation certifications
• Ansible Network Automation certification

Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401K
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability plans
• vacation time
• holidays