Principal Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a Principal Network Engineer who will support a government contract in Chantilly, VA. Responsibilities for the Principal Network Engineer: Designs, configures, tests, implements and maintains telecommunications capabilities, including wide area and local area networks Performs engineering, operations and support activities Designs architecture to include the software, hardware and communications to support the total requirements as well as provide for present and future cross-functional requirements Evaluates network changes for operational impact Monitors and evaluates network performance and resolves problems Supports hardware and software diagnostic tools Provides technical leadership and applies this leadership in any phase of the system development life cycle support as task requirements dictate and may have a high level of expertise in one area Plans, recommends, and performs changes Utilizes an accomplished knowledge of multiple technical disciplines, unique applications, and business management practices to develop technical and/or business solutions to client problems Qualifications for the Principal Network Engineer: 5+ years of Network Engineering/Administration experience Clearance: TS/SCI CI poly Must have hands on experience with Cisco and Juniper computer networks Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree, preferred Compensation for the Principal Network Engineer: $120,000 - $180,000 Depending on Experience. Cigna Medical, dental, vision, 11 Holiday, 401k, 2-week PTO and Sick leave as required by law