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Senior Network Engineer

MANTECH

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Engineering - Systems
Stafford, VA (On-Site/Office)

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Network Engineer to join our team in Stafford, VA.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Plans, designs, and maintains the connectivity of enterprise network assets, ensuring compliance and secure operations on classified networks (SIPR, NIPR, JWICS).
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to address connectivity requirements and implements necessary configurations to facilitate efficient and secure data transmission.
  • Ensures all network switches and routers are operational, properly configured, and compliant with DISA STIG requirements; performs regular maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting.
  • Configures, maintains, and monitors firewalls, intrusion protection systems, intrusion detection systems, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control and authentication, and implements security measures for specialized systems and networks.
  • Supports the planning and implementation of enterprise service connections between networks, systems, and applications across domains, facilitating connections for auditing, authentication, secure cloud computing architecture (SCCA), and cross-domain solutions and guards.
  • Collaborates with ISSOs and Cybersecurity Services Leads in the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process, providing inputs and documentation, and mentors/trains other NOC staff and Junior Engineers.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • BA/BS in field necessary to assume Network Engineer or 4 years of additional experience in lieu of the degree
  • 9+ years of experience with 5+ years of relevant Network Engineer experience.
  • Deep understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing protocols) and network security principles.
  • Expertise in configuring and managing network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems, with hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies (e.g., IOS, NX-OS) and security appliances (e.g., ASA firewalls, ISE).
  • Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools, knowledge of virtualization and cloud networking concepts, and experience with securing classified networks (SIPR, NIPR, JWICS) and implementing DISA STIGs.
  • Experience in cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, RMF), knowledge of network access control and authentication mechanisms, ability to assess and mitigate network security risks, and DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a relevant discipline.
  • Experience with cross-domain solutions and guards. Knowledge of cloud computing security architectures (e.g., SCCA).
  • Experience with scripting and automation tools for network management. Familiarity with ITIL framework and service delivery concepts. ITIL Foundation certificate.
  • Relevant networking certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNP, CCIE, CompTIA Security+).
  • Experience at a DoD Combatant Command (e.g., SOUTHCOM, NORTHCOM, CENTCOM, CYBERCOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, AFRICOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, SOCOM, SPACECOM) or a component is desired.


Clearance Requirements:
  • Must have a current/active Secret clearance.


Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in stationary position for up to 50% of the time.
  • Must be able to deliver clear and effective communication verbally and via email, phone, and virtual communication platforms to interface with co-workers and customers.
  • Must be able to occasionally move about inside an office environment to access file cabinets, office machinery, and communicate with co-workers.
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