Network Engineer - SME
Accenturefederalservices · Chantilly, VA
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**Network Engineer - SME** **About the Role** Serve as the principal authority for network architecture, zero-trust network design, and cross-enclave interoperability. Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of resilient, secure network infrastructures supporting mission-critical operations. **Key Responsibilities** • Design and implement enterprise network architectures for secure, mission-critical operations • Lead zero-trust network design initiatives and cross-enclave interoperability solutions • Optimize network performance, reliability, and security across complex environments • Establish and enforce network security architecture standards and governance • Drive network modernization efforts aligned with enterprise strategy • Ensure secure communications across classified and highly regulated environments • Provide technical leadership for network infrastructure planning and implementation • Partner with security, architecture, and operations teams **Required Qualifications** • Bachelor's degree • Minimum 10 years designing and supporting enterprise network environments • Strong expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, network security, and access control • Experience implementing zero-trust architectures • Advanced troubleshooting and network performance analysis skills • Experience in mission-critical, highly secure, or regulated environments • Strong leadership, communication, and technical documentation skills • **Active Top Secret, TS/SCI, or TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required** **Nice to Have** • Master's degree in IT, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field • Federal, defense, intelligence, or classified network environment experience • Multi-enclave or cross-domain network architecture expertise • Cloud networking, SDN, and hybrid cloud experience • Security accreditation and compliance framework knowledge • Certifications: CCNP, CCIE, CISSP, JNCIP, JNCIE, AWS Advanced Networking, or equivalent **Compensation** $106,300 – $221,100 USD (for select states and DC) **About Accenture Federal Services** A technology company within global Accenture, recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work. We support defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
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