Senior NetworkEngineer (CCIE)

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
$60 - $65
Contract - W2

Skills

AWS
networking
Cisco Certifications
CCIE

Job Details

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Job Title: Senior Network Engineer (CCIE)

Location: Baltimore, MD (Hybrid or Onsite)

Clearance Required: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Position Overview:

About the Role:

  • Client is seeking a Senior Network Engineer with CCIE-level expertise to support the NISS program.

  • This is an exciting opportunity to work on nationwide wireless upgrades and network access control systems in a large-scale, mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the WLAN solution rollout to ~1,950 remote field offices.
  • Design, improve, and maintain Network Admission Control (NAC) systems for WLAN and VPN access.
  • Survey and assess network upgrade requirements for remote and campus sites.
  • Analyze existing network configurations and define implementation plans.
  • Prepare and deploy network equipment, software, and configurations using pre-engineered templates.
  • Oversee and support field installation contractors, ensuring smooth execution of site surveys and installations.
  • Upgrade existing network configurations to enable new features.
  • Evaluate and test LAN/WAN/WLAN/NAC hardware and software (e.g., Cisco IOS, CatOS).
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation (network diagrams, specifications, SOPs).
  • Provide third-level support, including after-hours/weekend support as needed.
  • Monitor and enhance system performance, service delivery, and network reliability.
  • Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree in information systems, Computer Science, or related field with 12+ years of relevant experience (OR) master s degree with 10+ years (OR) PhD with 7+ years.
  • 5+ years' experience in large enterprise networking (3,000+ nodes).
  • Cisco CCIE certification (Routing & Switching, Wireless, Security, or Data Center).
  • 3+ years' experience with AWS network connectivity in large enterprises.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years' experience with:
    • WAN technologies (MPLS, DMVPN, Frame Relay)
    • LAN technologies (Ethernet, WLAN, physical media and devices)
    • NAC with Cisco ISE for both wireless and wired environments.
  • Experience with:
    • Developing technical documentation and written implementation plans.
    • Conducting use case analysis and requirements documentation.
  • Additional certifications: CISSP, PCNSE, ITIL (preferred but not required)
  • Strong adaptability, communication, and team collaboration skills.
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