Network Engineering Technical Lead

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As the Network Engineering Technical Lead, you will support an IT Service Management contract that operates, modernizes, and evolves the ARNG’s global IT services, including networking, compute, storage, infrastructure, applications, hosting, and program management. This program underpins ARNG’s enterprise IT infrastructure, WAN, authentication and directory services, cybersecurity, application hosting, and related services, using ITIL as the basis for its IT Service Management (ITSM) model. A current, active Secret clearance is required.

How a Network Engineering Technical Lead Will Make an Impact

• Lead, mentor, and direct an integrated engineering team in the architecture, design, implementation, and modernization of the DoDIN-A(NG) and DoDIN-A(NG)-S enterprise networks.

• Prepare and review comprehensive engineering solutions, architecture design documents, and implementation plans for complex ARNG strategic initiatives.

• Serve as the primary technical advisor to government and military leadership; develop and deliver executive-level briefings on engineering solutions, system issues, and corrective actions.

• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for major network incidents and outages, establishing and defending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Perform enterprise architecture and technology gap analyses, recommending strategic improvements to DoDIN-A(NG) and DoDIN-A(NG)-S operations, security, and scalability.

• Oversee implementation and sustainment of DISA STIG baselines, ensuring continuous compliance for CORA inspections and ATO renewals across all network assets.

• Develop, review, and defend complex change requests before the Change Configuration Board (CCB) and govern enterprise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Design, plan, and validate secure, resilient data communication networks incorporating Cisco routers, Layer 3 switches, Palo Alto firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and in-line encryptors.

• Evaluate and integrate emerging communications and software-defined networking technologies; conduct trade studies and proof-of-concept testing to advance network capabilities.

• Coordinate across cross-functional teams and with vendors on technical engagements to ensure cohesive solution delivery.

• Support Future Operations to evaluate technologies that advance Army Unified Network Plan (AUNP) objectives, automation, AI integration, and other efforts to modernize service operations.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in network engineering and technology integration in large, global environments.

• 4+ years of technical leadership experience managing engineering projects and delegating tasks to team members.

• 8+ years of progressive enterprise network engineering experience with Cisco and Palo Alto routing, switching, IDS/IPS, and firewall technologies, including at least 4+ years in a technical lead role.

Skills & Additional Requirements

• Expertise in advanced routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), MPLS, VPN architectures, Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), and IDS/IPS policy engineering.

• Expertise with 802.1X / Comply to Connect (C2C) technologies (ForeScout and/or Cisco ISE).

• Ability to identify automation opportunities, evaluate solutions, and lead engineering and implementation activities.

• Proven track record delivering enterprise-scale network engineering solutions within DoD environments.

• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams, setting technical standards, assigning tasks, and conducting peer design reviews.

• Strong briefing and communication skills, with experience presenting technical solutions, problem reports, and corrective actions to senior military and government leadership.

• Deep knowledge of securing and hardening network devices in compliance with DISA STIGs, CORA frameworks, and DoD cybersecurity directives.

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; able to lead troubleshooting on high-visibility enterprise issues and drive decisive corrective actions.

• Strong documentation skills, including authorship of Architecture Design Documents, Engineering Implementation Plans, SOPs, and technical white papers.

• Self-motivated, adaptable to shifting priorities, and effective at managing multiple high-priority engineering workstreams.

• Commitment to continuous technical growth and maintaining advanced industry certifications.

Certification Requirements

• Two certifications required:

  • Baseline certification meeting DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140 IAT Level II (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE) or IAT Level III (e.g., CASP+ CE, CISSP) prior to start.

  • Professional-level Computing Environment (CE) certification (e.g., Cisco CCNA, Juniper JNCIA, or Palo Alto Networks PCNSE) prior to start.

• When 8140 requirements are implemented on the program/contract, employee must conform to updated 8140 certification standards.

Clearance Requirements

• Active Secret clearance at time of interview, with ability to maintain clearance.

• Ability to obtain TS/SCI eligibility.

Work Location

• Fairview Park, Falls Church, VA.

• Three (3) days onsite and up to two (2) days telework.

• Onboarding/transition period may require up to 90 days fully onsite. ENOCS work schedules are subject to change based on mission requirements from GDIT or Government leadership.

Travel

• Less than 10%.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
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● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home ***remove if ineligible***
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.