Senior Network Engineer

About SHR Consulting Group

SHR Consulting Group, LLC is a small business delivering enterprise IT, cybersecurity, and program management services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian agencies. We support mission-critical infrastructure at the Pentagon and across the National Capital Region, and we invest in our people through competitive compensation, professional certification support, and long-term career growth on stable, multi-year programs.

Position Summary

SHR Consulting Group is seeking a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our network's architecture, ensuring its reliability, security, and efficiency. This advanced position requires not only a deep understanding of network infrastructure but also the ability to lead projects, innovate, and collaborate effectively across departments. Your expertise will drive the integration of cutting-edge network technologies and best practices to support our organization's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Network Design and Implementation: Lead the design and implementation of sophisticated network architectures that support organizational needs. Evaluate, recommend, and integrate cutting-edge network technologies, ensuring scalability and security.
• Advanced Documentation and Network Management: Develop, update, and maintain detailed network documentation and diagrams. Ensure the network's operational integrity through proactive management and optimization of network resources.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Serve as a key leader within the IT department, guiding junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives. Lead initiatives that enhance network functionality and security.
• Expert Troubleshooting and Operational Support: Provide expert-level troubleshooting for complex network issues. Lead network installations, conduct advanced site surveys, and oversee significant upgrades and repairs.
• Capacity Planning and Security Oversight: Direct system capacity planning and conduct thorough configuration and security audits. Manage strategic projects with colocation facilities and lead comprehensive network strategy development.
• IP Strategy and Management: Oversee IP allocation and management, developing and executing network strategies that ensure optimal performance and security.
• Innovation and Technology Leadership: Champion next-generation networking projects, leveraging partnerships to explore and implement new technologies. Drive decisions on technology investments and implementations to advance the network infrastructure.

Minimum Requirements:

• 7+ years of demonstrating advanced technical expertise in a related role.
• Extensive experience in complex network environments, including mastery of SD-WAN, cloud and on-premises firewalls, network access control, wireless environments, and multi-cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Cloud Infrastructure Proficiency: Deep understanding of cloud-native infrastructure, including expertise in virtual networks, security groups, and identity management services.
• Comprehensive Networking Skills: Advanced knowledge of the OSI model, routing, switching, and security concepts (RADIUS, 802.1X). Demonstrated experience with infrastructure solutions from leading providers (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto).
• Operational Excellence: Operational mastery of cloud environments, network and routing protocols, Windows Server, Azure Active Directory, and Software Defined Networking.
• Leadership and Strategic Planning: Proven leadership abilities, with a track record of leading technical teams and projects. Experience in Agile and Scrum methodologies, with strong project management skills.
• Security and Compliance Expertise: In-depth knowledge of security standards (STIGs), vulnerability management, and implementing vendor best practices.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Advanced certifications such as GCP, Azure, AWS Cloud certifications; CISSP; advanced Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCIE).

Security Clearance

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust. Active Public Trust is preferred. FEMA Public Trust is highly preferred.

Work Environment

• Remote
• Candidates residing in the DC Metro Area preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and clearance level
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and eleven federal holidays
• Certification reimbursement and training support (DoD 8140 baseline and computing environment certifications)
• Life and disability insurance

Salary Range 140,000 – 165,000 USD. The salary range represents a general guideline; SHR considers a number of factors when determining the base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

SHR Consulting Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status