IP Network Engineer

Global Enterprise Services, LLC (GES)

. Analyze and study complex system requirements .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeFort Meade • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network architecture design, implementation, and lifecycle engineering, with a strong focus on routing protocols and security measures for advanced DoD networks. Proficient in providing technical leadership and support for large-scale network systems, ensuring compliance with DoD standards and interoperability requirements.

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Network Architecture DesignRouting Protocols: BGP, MPLS, OSPFCisco ASR9K Router ExperienceIAT Level 2 CertificationDoD Security Requirements Review

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Hard Skills

MPLS Services ImplementationRouter Regression TestingConfiguration Control ManagementNetwork Security Products ConfigurationFilter Based Forwarding Configuration

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsEffective LeadershipInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Juniper MX960/MX480 RoutersCisco ASR9010/ASR9006 RoutersIXIA Traffic GeneratorSpirent Test CenterMicrosoft Office Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

IAT Level 2 CertificationCCNP CertificationJNCIP Certification

Industry Keywords

DoD NetworksQuality of Service (QoS)Interoperability RequirementsNetwork Test EquipmentDISA Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and study complex system requirements
Design software tools and subsystems supporting software reuse and domain analyses, and manage implementation
Develop and validate system architecture
Develop, support initial implementation, and provide lifecycle engineering of network architecture
Support Quality of Service (QoS) policies, requirements, and testing
Provide technical expertise in design reviews, lab testing, test reports, implementation plans, and deployment of advanced large-scale complex DoD networks
Provide emerging insertion technologies, including new features and capabilities
Support mission partners in satisfying interoperability requirements
Provide documentation for Configuration Control Boards (CCB) and supervise software configuration management
Provide Tier III support and oversee Tier III support engineers
Conduct market research to identify products meeting requirements
Implement MPLS services on the DISN network, including L3VPN, L2VPN, VPLS, and CsC
Work with Juniper MX960/MX480 and Cisco ASR9010/ASR9006 routers
Test and support implementation of the DMZ COI VPN for NIPRNet hardening
Configure and perform crypto testing and troubleshooting using various protocols
Provide technical security expertise for design, testing, evaluation, and deployment of advanced DoD networks
Review DoD security requirements for NIPRNET protection; assess current architecture and propose solutions
Review security threats to DoD NIPRNet/Internet gateway infrastructure and implement countermeasures according to policies, regulations, and directives
Deliver router and firewall test plans and resulting test reports; prepare field recommendations and configuration guides

Requirements

What you’ll need

Location: Fort Meade, MD
Secret Clearance required
Certification required by project: IAT Level 2 or willing to obtain within 3 Months of joining
BA/BS in a technical discipline (engineering, information technology, etc.)
At least 5 years of experience
Large Enterprise or DoD IP Design Experience
Experience running BGP/MP-BGP (multi AS) and MPLS routing protocols
Extensive router regression testing experience with Cisco ASR9K (ASR9010/ASR9006) routers
Strong routing protocols experience: BGP, MPLS/RSVP, OSPF, IS-IS, Multicast, Layer-2/Layer-3 Virtual Private Network (VPN) and Carrier Supporting Carrier (CsC)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools: PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Excellent communication (verbal and written), effective leadership, and interpersonal skills
DoD and/or Government program experience preferred; DISA experience a plus
Experience with network test equipment/Traffic Generator such as IXIA, Spirent Test Center, Smartbits and Agilent N2X
CCNP or JNCIP or equivalent routing and switching experience
Experience configuring Filter Based Forwarding (FBF), Multi-Hop Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (MBFD), HSRP, 802.1Q, SONET
Working experience with network security products (Firewalls, IDSs, SIEMs) and SNMP a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time position