Chenega Corporation is hiring: Senior Network Engineer in Washington
Chenega Corporation, Washington, DC, United States
Senior Network Engineer
Washington, DC
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and support our growing network infrastructure. This hands‑on, on‑site role is responsible for ensuring the stability, integrity, performance, and security of enterprise network systems.
Responsibilities
Design, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data center networks
Manage and support core networking technologies such as routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and QoS
Configure and maintain Cisco routers, switches, and related network equipment
Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve outages in a timely manner
Implement and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, ACLs, segmentation, and secure access solutions
Support high availability architectures, redundancy, and disaster recovery strategies
Lead network infrastructure projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments
Collaborate with systems, security, and cloud teams to ensure integrated and secure solutions
Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and configuration standards
Evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements to optimize network performance and reliability
Experience in managing a team of network engineers
Experience with interfacing with Senior Government leadership
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network engineers and IT staff
Participate in on‑call rotation and provide escalation support when needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent
5+ years of experience in network engineering or related roles
Experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
Experience with firewalls and network security best practices
Experience with VPN technologies (site‑to‑site and remote access)
Experience with network monitoring tools and performance analysis
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification – required
Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain public trust
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and lead projects
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Proactive and solutions‑oriented mindset
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work on‑site full‑time
Deep knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Strong expertise with Cisco networking technologies
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in complex environments
Strong understanding of network design, architecture, and best practices
Excellent documentation and communication skills
May require occasional after‑hours work for maintenance or emergency support
Participation in on‑call rotation may be required
Ability to work independently and yet be effective within a team setting
Must be capable of managing multiple efforts with time‑related constraints in a fast‑paced contracting environment
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals
Friendly presence, helpful attitude, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others
Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, and experience working in a home office setting, as well as the ability to train end users on frequently asked technical issues
Ability to provide technical assistance and support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, and previous customer service experience strongly desired
Good problem‑solving skills; ability to visualize a problem/situation and think abstractly to solve it
Estimated Salary/Wage: USD $151,400.00/Yr. Up to USD $160,000.00/Yr.
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Washington, DC
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and support our growing network infrastructure. This hands‑on, on‑site role is responsible for ensuring the stability, integrity, performance, and security of enterprise network systems.
Responsibilities
Design, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data center networks
Manage and support core networking technologies such as routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and QoS
Configure and maintain Cisco routers, switches, and related network equipment
Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve outages in a timely manner
Implement and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, ACLs, segmentation, and secure access solutions
Support high availability architectures, redundancy, and disaster recovery strategies
Lead network infrastructure projects, including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments
Collaborate with systems, security, and cloud teams to ensure integrated and secure solutions
Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and configuration standards
Evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements to optimize network performance and reliability
Experience in managing a team of network engineers
Experience with interfacing with Senior Government leadership
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network engineers and IT staff
Participate in on‑call rotation and provide escalation support when needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent
5+ years of experience in network engineering or related roles
Experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
Experience with firewalls and network security best practices
Experience with VPN technologies (site‑to‑site and remote access)
Experience with network monitoring tools and performance analysis
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification – required
Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain public trust
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and lead projects
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Proactive and solutions‑oriented mindset
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work on‑site full‑time
Deep knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Strong expertise with Cisco networking technologies
Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in complex environments
Strong understanding of network design, architecture, and best practices
Excellent documentation and communication skills
May require occasional after‑hours work for maintenance or emergency support
Participation in on‑call rotation may be required
Ability to work independently and yet be effective within a team setting
Must be capable of managing multiple efforts with time‑related constraints in a fast‑paced contracting environment
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups and individuals
Friendly presence, helpful attitude, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others
Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office applications
Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications, and experience working in a home office setting, as well as the ability to train end users on frequently asked technical issues
Ability to provide technical assistance and support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, and previous customer service experience strongly desired
Good problem‑solving skills; ability to visualize a problem/situation and think abstractly to solve it
Estimated Salary/Wage: USD $151,400.00/Yr. Up to USD $160,000.00/Yr.
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