Network Engineer

Network Engineer

The Opportunity:

A well-designed network is critical to enable the Air Force to achieve their missions, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their evolving needs? Crafting the right network with the right equipment and software requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That’s why we need you, an experienced Network Engineer who knows how to develop the exact network the Air Force's needs. 

As a dedicated Network Engineer on our team, you'll support critical national security network infrastructure. The idea candidate will assist in the configuration, maintenance, and ensure compliance with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs). You will work alongside senior engineers to ensure high availability, security, and performance of classified networks, directly supporting mission-critical operations.

You will upgrade and expand network-wide infrastructure, troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructure, and increase security, reliability, and availability for mission-critical network systems. Your knowledge will come in handy as you optimize client operations and support modernization. As a Network Engineer, you will serve as a trusted advisor to clients on mission-critical projects. Using your technical curiosity and knowledge of industry standards, you’ll make an impact on national security missions.  

Grow your career with us as we help the Air Force maintain their networks and support critical partners in the DoD.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have: 

• 2+ years of experience in network administration or network engineering within a DoD or highly regulated environment, including leveraging monitoring, network diagnostic, and network analytics tools and configuring and installing network devices and services such as routers, switches, and firewalls

• Experience with system integration and collaborating with systems administration to ensure seamless integration across Windows and Linux using virtual applications, including VMware vSphere environments

• Experience with COMSEC management, including assisting with handling, configuring, and maintenance of cryptographic devices such as KG series and secure communications equipment

• Experience creating and updating detailed network topology diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and configuration records

• Knowledge of TCP/IP, OSI Model, routing protocols such as OSPF or BGP, and switching technologies

• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam

• HS diploma or GED

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification such as CompTIA Security+ CE Certification

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience with Active Directory and basic server administration, including Windows Server or RHEL

• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, IT, or Engineering

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA) Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required. 

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.