The Opportunity:
Architect the Edge. Connect the Mission. Join us to design the backbone of tomorrow’s secure, resilient edge networks that power critical operations anywhere in the world. As an Edge Network Engineer, you’ll lead architecture and integration for Cloud-to-Tactical Edge solutions, enabling portable compute platforms to thrive in disconnected, contested environments.
Your expertise in network design, zero-trust security, and sensor data fusion will shape systems that deliver real-time intelligence from varied sources, such as video, telemetry, and IoT, under extreme conditions.
If you’re ready to engineer connectivity where it matters most and want to make an impact at the intersection of advanced networking and mission-critical technology, this is your chance. Design, secure, and deliver anywhere.
Work with us to expand your technology skills and make a meaningful difference.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
5+ years of experience designing secure, resilient network topologies for edge deployments, including LAN or WAN, SD-WAN, tactical mesh, and hybrid cloud connectivity
5+ years of experience implementing zero-trust principles, encrypted channels, and hardened protocols for adversarial environments
5+ years of experience with leading end-to-end architecture for portable compute platforms integrating compute, storage, and networking under SWaP-C constraints
Experience with designing deterministic data paths for real-time situational awareness and decision support, and creating solutions to complex problems within a collaborative, cross-functional team
Experience with containerization technologies, micro-service network architecture, and CI/CD tools, including GitLab
Experience with Agile methodology, extreme programming, software engineering, product management, and software products
Knowledge of the broader ecosystem and technical environment of software programming
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
Nice If You Have:
Experience with deploying optimized AI models to embedded targets
Experience with AI model quantization, pruning, and model telemetry at the edge
Experience with AWS Outposts and hybrid architectures for tactical and disconnected environments
Top Secret clearance
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
AWS IoT Core or Greengrass Certification, or Solutions Architect Certification
AWS Advanced Networking Specialty Certification or CompTIA Security+, CASP+, or CISSP Certification
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,900.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience designing secure, resilient network topologies
- 5+ years of experience implementing zero-trust principles
- 5+ years of experience with leading end-to-end architecture for portable compute platforms
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
Booz Allen Hamilton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Booz Allen Hamilton and has not been reviewed or approved by Booz Allen Hamilton.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are anchored by a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match with immediate vesting and complemented by an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features strengthen long‑term financial security beyond base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life, disability, mental health, and wellness incentives, with multiple plan options. Tax‑advantaged accounts and wellness contributions further enhance the breadth of coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time‑off benefits include paid holidays, PTO that grows with tenure, and paid parental leave with additional unpaid time available. Flexible scheduling and remote options support work‑life balance alongside formal leave.
Booz Allen Hamilton Insights
What We Do
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Why Work With Us
At Booz Allen, our culture of heart and performance will fuel your growth and empower you to succeed, both inside and outside of the workplace. Discover your future career and join us. The world can't wait.
