• Principal Network Planning and Design Engineer

    BAE Systems (Vicksburg, MS)


    Job Description

    Join a Team that's Shaping the Future of IT Support

     

    At BAE Systems, we're passionate about delivering innovative IT solutions that enable our customers to achieve their missions. As a **Principal Network Planning and Design Engineer** , you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional IT support to the customer. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

     

    As a Principal Network Planning and Design Engineer, you'll design and develop high-performance connectivity solutions, including topology modeling, capacity planning, and protocol configurations (e.g., BGP, OSPF) for government networks to support high-bandwidth, low-latency requirements. You'll plan network expansions and upgrades, conducting site surveys, traffic analysis, and feasibility studies to integrate on-premises, cloud, and SD-WAN technologies seamlessly.

     

    By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on the customer's operations. You'll be expected to collaborate with stakeholders, security teams, and operations groups to validate designs through simulations, proof-of-concepts, and risk assessments, ensuring adherence to SLAs and federal cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., RMF, STIGs). If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

     

    Location Requirement

     

    The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Vicksburg, MS.

     

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    Required Education, Experience, & Skills

    Required Education, Experience, & Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

    + 6 years of experience in network planning and design, with hands-on expertise in high-performance connectivity solutions for government or large enterprise networks

    + Proven ability to develop scalable plans for hybrid environments, including routing/switching and security integrations

    + Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)

    + Strong knowledge of federal network standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, DISA guidelines) and ITIL practices for service design and transition

    + Proficiency in network planning tools (e.g., Cisco Modeling Labs, NetSim) and performance modeling

    + Excellent problem-solving and communication skills for technical collaboration in regulated settings

    + Applies extensive expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines, with the ability to exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment

     

    Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

    Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

    + Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification

    + Experience supporting DoD or large federal networks, including WAN planning and edge device integrations in distributed environments

    + ITIL 4 Foundation or higher certification, with emphasis on infrastructure management

    + Background in cloud networking (e.g., AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute) and automation scripting (e.g., Python)

    + Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network , CISSP)

     

    Pay Information

     

    Full-Time Salary Range: $94728 - $161038

     

    Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

     

    Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

     

    Principal Network Planning and Design Engineer

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