Senior Network Engineer (4565)
@ SMX

Maryland, United States
On Site
Posted 15 days ago

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Overview

SMX is seeking a highly motivated Senior Network Engineer to support our NAWCAD customer at Patuxent River Naval Air Station. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing secure network infrastructures for a DoD/Navy environment using Cisco, Juniper, TCP/IP, VoIP and other technologies in accordance with DoD/Navy cybersecurity procedures and policies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage secure LAN/WAN architectures.
  • Configure and maintain routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Maintain security configuration compliance and risk management.
  • Enhance network security and performance using Cisco and Juniper technologies.
  • Implement and optimize VoIP solutions.
  • Conduct network performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization.
  • Maintain cable plant design and network infrastructure installations.
  • Delegate networking maintenance tasks and resolve escalated support issues.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Secret clearance; ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret.
  • 7+ years of related experience in network engineering.
  • Experience in building, maintaining, and configuring network infrastructure.
  • Expertise in network security, analysis, and troubleshooting.
  • Project management and communication skills.
  • Security+ or other IAT Level II (or higher) certification.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.

Salary & Benefits

The proposed salary range for this position is $105,100—$175,100 USD. SMX offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health insurance, paid leave, and retirement benefits along with learning & development opportunities.

About SMX

At SMX, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. We cater to national security initiatives and compliant solutions in healthcare, leveraging cutting edge technology and practical solutions. SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Key skills/competency

Senior Network Engineer, Cisco, Juniper, TCP/IP, VoIP, DoD, Navy, Security, Network Design, Troubleshooting

How to Get Hired at SMX

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research SMX's culture: Understand mission, values, employee reviews.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight DoD/Navy network experience.
  • Emphasize certifications: Include Security+ and technical credentials.
  • Prepare examples: Showcase network design and troubleshooting work.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Cisco and Juniper device configurations.
Practice LAN/WAN network design exercises.
Test VoIP system troubleshooting scenarios.
Update skills on TCP/IP protocols and security.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in high-stress environments.
Explain handling unexpected network issues.
Discuss managing cross-functional team projects.
Share experiences with risk management.

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