Senior Network Engineer

SGP Recruiting provides both operations and strategic support to Tribal 8(a) and commercial organizations. Our client is a CVE-verified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) and a proud ISO 9001:2015 certified organization specializing in systems integration and enterprise management solutions. As a trusted GSA MAS contract holder, they deliver mission-critical telecommunications, network infrastructure, and IT services to Federal, State, and Local Government agencies, the U.S. Military, and private-sector clients. They are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join their team in Doral, FL. This position is on-site. Must have a current/active TS/SCI. Employment - Full time Worksite Type: Onsite Compensation: $130,000 per year. Security Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI 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. 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…