Network Engineer - SME
Core
Principal authority for network architecture, zero-trust design, and cross-enclave interoperability leading resilient, secure network infrastructures for mission-critical operations.
Role type
Senior IC Network Engineer (SME)
Builds
Enterprise network architectures, zero-trust solutions, and secure communications across multi-enclave environments
Domain
US Federal Government / Defense / National Security
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
Enterprise network design, zero-trust architecture, cross-enclave interoperability, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, network security, access control, advanced troubleshooting, performance analysis, technical documentation
Preferred skills
Cloud networking, software-defined networking (SDN), hybrid cloud environments, security accreditation processes, compliance frameworks
Technologies
CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, JNCIP, JNCIE, AWS Advanced Networking
Responsibilities
Design and implement enterprise network architectures; Lead zero-trust network design initiatives; Optimize network performance, reliability, and security; Establish and enforce network security architecture standards; Drive network modernization efforts; Ensure secure communications across classified environments; Provide technical leadership for infrastructure planning; Partner with security and operations teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership