TITLE: Senior Network Engineer
LOCATION: Tysons, VA
CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Active DoD TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, On-site
TRAVEL: Up to 30%
POSITION SUMMARY Modern Government Solutions (MGS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer to join our team in supporting the design, deployment, and optimization of next-generation networks tailored for AI workloads. This position plays a critical role in enhancing the performance, stability, and scalability of advanced data center environments. As part of a diverse team of software and platform engineers, the Senior Network Engineer will collaborate across organizational lines to deliver resilient and high-performing network infrastructure that meets the demands of mission-critical systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to): - Design, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain complex Layer 2/3 data center architectures using BGP, VLANs, MLAG, LAG, Spine/Leaf topologies, Trunk/Access ports, and other related technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective network solutions.
- Provide expert guidance and support to junior team members, assisting them in their professional growth and development.
- Stay updated on the latest networking trends and best practices; proactively seek out new learning opportunities to enhance technical expertise.
- Contribute to the documentation of network infrastructure designs and configurations for future reference and knowledge sharing among team members.
- Travel up to 30% of the time, as required, to perform on-site installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities at customer sites or data centers.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS - Must possess an active Department of Defense (DoD) TS/SCI with CI Polygraph security clearance.
- Expertise in VLAN, MLAG (Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation Group), LAG (Link Aggregation Group) configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Proven experience in designing, configuring, and managing complex BGP and Layer 2/3 Data Center architectures.
- Experience with Spine and Leaf architecture design and implementation.
- Strong understanding of Trunk/Access ports, their functions, and how to configure them for optimal performance in various network environments.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality work.
- Ability to stay updated on industry trends and technology advancements; willingness to continue learning new things.
- Ability to travel up to 30% of the time (domestic and international), as required.
Applicants selected will be United States citizens and may be subject to a government security investigation for access to classified information. ABOUT US At MGS, we believe a people-first culture corresponds to organizational success through a commitment to excellence, integrity, inclusion, and an attitude that welcomes challenges meets demands, sustains growth, and drives innovation. We provide expert mission-first technical and programmatic services and solutions for the US intelligence community, the US Department of Defense, and other governmental agencies. We create people-first organizational cultures where employees feel needed in the system, not a system that needs employees. We provide you with long-term career opportunities centrally focused on our core value system: inclusion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
MGS 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, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.