Senior Network Engineer Req # 2074

About this role

Altamira Technologies has a long and successful history providing innovative solutions throughout the U.S. National Security community. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Altamira serves the defense, intelligence and homeland security communities worldwide by focusing on creating innovative solutions leveraging common standards in architecture, data and security. Altamira believes that our people and the culture of our company differentiate us from other companies.

Position Location: McLean, VA/Chantilly, VA

Position: Senior Network Engineer

Position Description:

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer responsible for configuration, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a critical operational network. Provides an engineering resource to support data communications and related applications requirements. Provides administrative support of installed systems/networks. Responsible for planning and implementing the necessary hardware, software and telecommunications equipment to maintain and/or enhance the organization’s networks. Evaluates vendor products and recommends purchases. Recommends and implements network policies and procedures and ensures adherence to security procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in installations, configurations, upgrades, and maintenance of network equipment (switches, firewalls, and load balancers)
• Monitor network performance and troubleshooting
• Document network configurations and diagrams
• Provide technical support to system operators
• Assist in implementing STIG compliance

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• TCP/IP Model
• Routing
• Switching
• Multi-chassis groups - Multi-Link Aggregation Domain or Switch Aggregation Groups
• Link Aggregation Control Protocol 802.3ad
• VLANs and VLAN Trunking, (802.1q & 802.3ac)
• Network Time Protocol
• Troubleshooting
• Access Control Lists
• Firewalls
• Security Zone
• Security Policies
• Network Address Translation
• Troubleshooting
• Load Balancing
• Virtual Servers
• Server Pool
• Health Checks

Education and Experience:

• Must currently possess a TS/SCI w/CI polygraph.
• Minimum of Bachelors Degree + 4 years of related experience (Additional experience can be substituted in lieu of degree)

The anticipated salary range for this position is $180,000 to $235,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the scope of the position, relevant experience, education, certifications, internal equity, customer contractual requirements, security clearance requirements, and other legitimate business considerations.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Altamira is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.