Senior Network Engineer

Reposted One Month Ago
Sterling, VA, USA
Hybrid
150K-254K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Design, implement, and maintain enterprise networks (routers/switches/firewalls) across classified/unclassified environments. Provide Tier 2/3 support, SDN/Cisco-based solutions, capacity planning, security management, documentation, and cloud/container infrastructure support within an Agile team for an MBSE cloud platform.
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At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer experienced with router/switch/firewall configuration and security management of an environment that includes networking equipment from several different manufacturers, as well as Windows/Linux servers, databases, Citrix and security hardware & software. Your expertise will support a technical program driving the Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) cloud platform that supports collection, management and analysis of digital engineering information in an architecture that provides seamless digital thread and enables tool interoperability, including data structures suitable for AI applications. You will plan and design network components/configurations to ensure that resources (hardware/software) are in place to enable the team to monitor and manage the IT system infrastructure and all processes and components related to these systems (both hardware and software). In addition, you will engineer solutions for expanding capacity, improving response time, and streamlining network operations throughout the internal and operational systems, will monitor and analyze mission critical networks and servers, and will set up, manage, and maintain security management and application performance optimization functions across internal and customer systems.
The program delivers engineering services for Linux and Windows cloud-based infrastructure as well as Cloud services, virtualized applications, and storage systems. Enterprise Computing Engineering services include modern application technology including containerized solutions with orchestrated workflows. Our platform uses a mix of Open Source, Government-off-the-Shelf (GOTS) and Commercial off-the-Shelf (COTS) software and targets cloud-native constructs. The environment offers a secure-by-default configuration, implementing an Infrastructure-as-Code approach, and governance policies. We value fast iteration and a customer-oriented approach while being mindful about security. This is a fast paced, challenging, and career rewarding experience to recruit and develop top talent and solutions on one of the most complex and high-profile programs within the government customer community.
Responsibilities:
  • Design, Construct, test and implement integrated network, hardware and software solutions, distributed computing solutions, and/or physical and logical communications networks for the organization.
  • Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support to service requests and trouble tickets to include Move, Add, and change requests for the enterprise transport.
  • Write and execute detailed network implementations such as topology and rack elevation diagrams.
  • Provide technical consulting on high level network designs, platform sizing, infrastructure system design and the application of new technologies.
  • Apply extensive industry and enterprise knowledge to identify and recommend integrated solutions, products and services to support the enterprise's accomplishments of business goals or technical needs.
  • Provide network administration support for development, deployment, and problem identification and remediation of the enterprise network environment.
  • Assess the impact of system changes to the team and to the infrastructure.
  • Provide written and in-person status to leadership.
  • Develop/engineer as part of an Agile scrum team

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
We are actively seeking candidates with a minimum of 10 years' relevant experience. Bachelor's or master's degree in a STEM field is required. Specific skills include the following:
  • At a minimum, meet DoDD 8140 requirements (Security+ CE Certification)
  • Experience engineering, implementing, and maintaining geographically dispersed unclassified and classified networks supporting 1,000 or more users.
  • Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and maintaining Software Defined Networking (Cisco technologies preferred)
  • Strong documentation skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • 15 year's experience engineering, implementing, and maintaining classified networks supporting 1,000 or more users.
  • Experience designing, implementing and maintaining Citrix virtual infrastructure
  • Experience with AWS and/or Microsoft Azure.
  • Certifications: CCNP Enterprise or higher (CCIE and/or CISSP highly valued); passed Implementing Cisco SD-WAN Solutions (300-415 ENSDWI) Exam

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 10 years relevant experience
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field
  • Meet DoDD 8140 requirements (Security+ CE Certification)
  • Experience engineering, implementing, and maintaining geographically dispersed unclassified and classified networks supporting 1,000+ users
  • Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and maintaining Software Defined Networking (Cisco technologies preferred)
  • Strong documentation skills
  • Experience designing, implementing and maintaining Citrix virtual infrastructure
  • Experience with AWS and/or Microsoft Azure
  • CCNP Enterprise or higher; CCIE and/or CISSP highly valued; passed 300-415 ENSDWI exam

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  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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