Network Engineering Lead

Strategic Growth Partners

. Lead network architecture and engineering assessments, including topology analysis, bandwidth/latency optimization, cost modeling, and roadmaps .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • Washington • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates extensive expertise in network architecture and engineering, with a focus on SD-WAN/SASE design, Telecom Expense Management, and Zero Trust network readiness. Proven ability to lead complex network transformation programs in regulated environments while ensuring compliance and optimizing performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Network ArchitectureTelecom Expense Management (TEM)SD-WAN Design and ImplementationZero Trust NetworkingActive Secret Clearance

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Network ConsolidationBandwidth/Latency OptimizationCircuit-Level Inventory ManagementCarrier Bill ReconciliationNetwork Security ArchitectureMulti-Classification Network EnvironmentsAI-Driven Network MonitoringLegacy Circuit OptimizationCost ModelingProgram Execution

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam DevelopmentCommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

TEM PlatformsAI-Assisted ToolsNetwork Monitoring ToolsCircuit Tracking SystemsSWAT Team Deployment

Certifications & Qualifications

CCIECCNPActive TS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Federal Network EnvironmentDoD ComplianceGovernment Telecommunications PolicyFinancial Services TransformationHealthcare Network Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead network architecture and engineering assessments, including topology analysis, bandwidth/latency optimization, cost modeling, and roadmaps
Design SD-WAN/SASE target architectures supporting hybrid and multi-cloud workloads across classification levels
Assess Zero Trust network readiness and develop implementation roadmaps aligned with compliance timelines
Evaluate dependencies between network modernization and cloud migration sequencing
Lead readouts of in-flight network programs, identify remaining work and obstacles, and determine where A&M can add value
Deploy and run a SWAT team to retire legacy circuits and accelerate migration, with circuit-level tracking and provider coordination
Build and maintain a circuit-by-circuit inventory covering circuit IDs, types, bandwidth, A/Z locations, carriers, terms, and costs
Reconcile carrier bills to the circuit inventory and apply TEM disciplines to identify savings, billing errors, and circuits to retire
Define and integrate findings into A&M's broader engagement scope and deliverables
Support practice development through internal training, content creation, and people development

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of professional experience in network architecture for complex, large enterprises, with consulting or advisory delivery experience
Demonstrated experience leading network consolidation, efficiency, performance improvement, or transformation programs
Demonstrated Telecom Expense Management (TEM) experience, including reconciling carrier bills to a circuit inventory
Federal or DoD network environment experience strongly preferred; deep transformation experience in regulated industries such as financial services or healthcare can substitute
Bachelor's degree required
CCIE, CCNP, or equivalent certifications strongly preferred
Comfortable with travel up to 80%
Active Secret Clearance required
Active TS/SCI or eligibility strongly preferred
U.S. Citizenship and Residency required
WAN and LAN architecture, SD-WAN design and implementation, SASE deployment, and carrier-class transport networks
Legacy circuit optimization, bandwidth/latency analysis, network cost modeling, and circuit-level inventory management
Carrier bill reconciliation, invoice auditing, billing dispute and credit identification, and TEM platforms/processes
Network security architecture including micro-segmentation, Zero Trust networking, and perimeter modernization
Multi-classification network environments and cross-domain solution architectures
SATCOM, wireless integration, and tactical/edge network design
Government telecommunications policy and compliance
AI-driven network monitoring, anomaly detection, and optimization tooling; baseline competency with AI-assisted tools
Carrier negotiation and understanding of commercial models and contracts
99.99% uptime hybrid network infrastructure, active-active failover, sub-second recovery, and multi-region/multi-availability-zone redundancy
Federal contracting experience
Program execution of circuit-by-circuit cutover and retirement
Ability to stand up and lead a rapid-response SWAT-style team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hourly rate is DOE
Hybrid workplace arrangement
Opportunity to support professional development through internal training, content creation, and people development