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Cambridge International Systems, Inc. · 2 months ago

Senior Network Engineer – Top Secret Clearance | Charleston, SC

Charleston, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Cambridge International Systems, Inc. is a global team focused on defense and security challenges. They are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support operations in Charleston, SC, responsible for managing and optimizing complex network systems, ensuring compliance with military standards, and leading project design efforts.

Cyber SecurityInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Marine Corps Network Expertise: Possess hands-on experience with both enterprise and tactical Marine Corps networks, including secure communication systems, field-deployable infrastructure, and integration with Department of Defense (DoD) network environments. Ensure compliance with military standards and cybersecurity policies

Cisco Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN): Design, configure, and maintain Cisco SD-WAN architectures to optimize connectivity, application performance, and network security across geographically dispersed environments. Leverage centralized management to enforce policy-driven routing and failover mechanisms

Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) Implementation: Implement and troubleshoot BGP configurations to manage complex routing policies and ensure efficient and resilient inter-domain routing across wide-area networks (WANs) and carrier links

Telecommunications Carrier Integration: Demonstrate working knowledge or direct experience with telecommunications carriers such as Verizon, including provisioning, troubleshooting, and integration of carrier-grade services into DoD or mission-critical networks

Dynamic Multipoint VPN (DMVPN) / FlexVPN: Engineer secure, scalable VPN architectures using Cisco DMVPN and FlexVPN technologies. Support dynamic peer-to-peer communication and seamless failover across encrypted tunnels for mobile and remote operations

High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryption (HAIPE): Configure, deploy, and manage HAIPE-compliant encryption devices (e.g., KG-175D, KG-250X) in accordance with NSA/CNSA Suite standards to ensure secure transmission of classified and sensitive data over untrusted networks

Multicast Networking: Design and support IP multicast solutions to enable efficient distribution of data such as video, real-time situational awareness, or command-and-control traffic. Utilize PIM (Protocol Independent Multicast) and IGMP to optimize multicast routing within constrained or tactical networks

Cross-Platform Network Systems Integration: Lead the integration of diverse network operating systems (e.g., Cisco IOS, Juniper JunOS, Linux-based systems), application software, and hardware platforms. Perform full lifecycle systems engineering from specification and design through development, testing, and sustainment

Project Design and Management: Contribute to or lead overall network and systems project design efforts, including technical architecture, cost estimation, schedule development, and risk assessment. Address operational, environmental, and social considerations relevant to deployment and long-term support

Qualification

Marine Corps Network ExpertiseCisco SD-WANBGP ImplementationHAIPE ConfigurationDMVPN/FlexVPNMulticast NetworkingSystem IntegrationProject DesignCisco Certified Network ProfessionalMicrosoft Certified Database AdministratorRed Hat CertificationVMWare Certified ProfessionalCloud certifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering with Seven (7) years of IT professional experience overseeing the creation of hybrid software, web and hardware products from initial specifications to final rollout and maintenance

Marine Corps Network Experience: Familiar with both enterprise and tactical USMC network environments, including integration with DoD systems and secure communications protocols

Advanced Networking Technologies: Proficient in Cisco SD-WAN, BGP, DMVPN/FlexVPN, multicast, and carrier integration to support resilient, secure, and scalable network architectures

Encryption and Security: Experience configuring and deploying HAIPE devices to enable secure transmission of classified data

System Integration: Skilled in integrating diverse network platforms, applications, and hardware through full lifecycle support—design, implementation, testing, and maintenance

Project Support: Contribute to network project planning and execution, including technical design, cost estimation, scheduling, and addressing operational impacts

Must have a current and active DoD Top Secret security clearance

Proficient with modern IT tools and infrastructure technologies

Preferred

Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM)/ Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) or with COR approval complete a vendor/platform specific certification

Microsoft role-based certifications

Microsoft Certified Applicable Developer (MCAD)

Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA)

Red Hat Certification Program (RHCP)

CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

CISCO Certified Design Professional (CCDP)

Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)

VMWare Certified Professional (VCP)

Cloud certifications, etc

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance

401(k) immediate vesting and match

Paid time off and company holidays

Generous tuition & training support

Relocation assistance

Sign-on and performance-based bonuses

Employee referral program

Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more

Company

Cambridge International Systems, Inc.

At Cambridge International Systems, Inc. we design and deliver innovative and adaptive solutions to address capacity-building needs and enable success.

Founded in 1994

Arlington, Virginia, USA

201-500 employees