Location: Quantico, VA Description: Active Top Secret Clearance required Job Description: Client is seeking a highly motivated Principal Network Engineer (Tier 4) to provide technical engineering support for a large federal government agency's highly complex network infrastructure environment to include multiple enclaves comprising various classification levels. The candidate will work with a core network team responsible for the network modernization of the FBI's network enterprise. The modernization will leverage new SD-WAN technology to improve efficiency, automation, and the ability to leverage various WAN connectivity options (eg MPLS, Broadband, 4G/5G). Core Responsibilities: Development, design, test, and implement the Lab and Proof of Concept (POC) for the Cisco Viptela SDWAN architecture Conduct network planning, design, and initial implementation of new network project initiatives. Collaborate with the engineering team to validate network design as per customer specifications including circuit protection, transport network selection, and interworking across networks; Lead the development, and design of the following: SITE PLAN and ID schema System IP address Schema Transport VPN & Service VPN IP Schema Orchestrator buildout and installation PNP setup and configuration Template Creation and validation Underlay and Overlay Routing Schema Application Routing Policy DIA Policy Security Policy Provide Tier 3 technical support for diagnosing/resolving network related issues that occur during the implementation of those networks; Provide engineering/deployment support during the implementation and turn up of new network nodes and related connections. Required Qualifications: Active Top-Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain SCI Minimum of 15 years of telecommunications experience Minimum of 7 years of Core network services connectivity and integration experience BS/BA or equivalent experience or subject matter expertise in the service being provided Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or higher Extensive experience with Cisco routing platforms, such as Aggregation Services Routers (ASRs), and Integrated Service Routers (ISRs) Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of routing protocols and technologies including BGP, EIGRP, DMVPN, GRE Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Layer 2 technologies including STP, MST, VLANS Demonstrated experience in overseeing and troubleshooting complex Local Area Networking (LAN) issues and resolving Wide Area Networking (WAN) problems and implementing, integrating, and supporting of cost-effective, high-performance IP and LAN/WAN solutions. Experience providing Tier 3 support and issue resolution Experience with network design and traffic engineering Experience providing senior-level engineering support and subject matter expertise Large enterprise environment experience Excellent communication skills Preferred Additional Skills and Qualifications: Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and work experience with Cisco Viptela SD-WAN technology. Experience with creation of SD-WAN configuration templates, Security policy templates, App-Route Policy templates Experience designing and building Cisco VManage, VBond, and VSmart controllers. Working knowledge of OMP, TLOC routing protocols Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership and training to lower level network engineers. Experience in network engineering within the federal intelligence community Ability to adhere to a disciplined troubleshooting methodology, and ensure task/mission completion, along with creating and maintaining necessary information Highly self-motivated and directed, with attention to detail Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment Below is an overview of our amazing benefits and perks: A competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plan (100% of monthly premiums for employees are paid by client). Retirement Savings Plan (with company match) Life Insurance AD&D Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance 3 weeks of annual PTO 10 days of Holiday PTO Performance Awards Referral Bonus Plan (of up to $2,500/year) Education Reimbursement/Training (of up to $2,500/year) Contact: vmange@judge.com This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com