Network Engineer/Team Lead

Overview

Security Analyst

Delaware Nation Investments/Emerging Technologies is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Team Lead with a strong Network Engineering background to join our team. We work with the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) located at Tinker AFB, Hill AFB, Robins AFB, and Wright Patterson AFB Advisory & Assistance for cybersecurity, network operations, and system administration for specified informational technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) within the Industrial Depot Maintenance (IDM) and Depot Support Services (DSS) authorizing official (AO) boundary. Network Operations support will include design, implement, and maintain OT networks and connected devices at Tinker, Hill and Robins Air Force bases. Cybersecurity effort will utilize the Risk Management Framework (RMF) per DoDI 8510.01, RMF for DoD Information, AFI 17-101, and RMF for Air Force Information Technology (IT), support AFSC in maintaining RMF compliance under AO guidance and acceptance of risk.

An Active Secret Clearance is REQUIRED.

An IAM Level II certification is REQUIRED (ex. CISSP)

This position is 100% onsite.

This is a full time/permanent position with excellent benefits, and outstanding compensation including full medical, dental, 401K vacation and holiday pay.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Management

- Lead and manage network engineering projects from inception to deployment, ensuring adherence to scope, timeline, and budget.

- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including military clients, cybersecurity teams, and network operations personnel.

- Develop and maintain project roadmaps, risk assessments, and status reports for leadership and key decision-makers.

- Oversee the implementation of network security and risk management frameworks in accordance with DoDI 8510.01, RMF for DoD Information, and AFI 17-101.

- Ensure RMF compliance under AO guidance and facilitate risk assessments for critical infrastructure.

Technical Leadership & Network Engineering

- Provide strategic guidance on network architecture, security, and automation initiatives.

- Design, implement, and optimize network routing and switching solutions, including OSPF, BGP, VLANs, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).

- Oversee network security implementations, including AAA (TACACS+/RADIUS), ACLs, DHCP snooping, and intrusion prevention measures.

- Manage the deployment of Quality of Service (QoS), network automation (NETCONF, RESTCONF, Python, Ansible), and advanced IP services (Multicast, VRF-lite).

- Lead troubleshooting efforts, utilizing Wireshark, Cisco Embedded Packet Capture (EPC), and advanced diagnostic tools.

Team Management & Collaboration

- Mentor and guide a team of network engineers, ensuring technical proficiency and professional growth.

- Work closely with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, system administration, and Air Force IT personnel to ensure seamless network operations.

- Coordinate with vendors and third-party contractors to support procurement, installation, and maintenance efforts.

Compliance & Documentation

- Ensure network designs meet Air Force security policies, compliance requirements, and best practices.

- Maintain detailed network diagrams, technical documentation, and project reports.

- Provide training and knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance the team’s capabilities.

Qualifications

- 7+ years of experience in network engineering with leadership or project management responsibilities.

- Proven experience in routing, switching, network security, and automation.

- Familiarity with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Air Force Information Technology policies.

- Strong understanding of Cisco networking platforms and software-defined networking (SDN) technologies.

- Experience with project management methodologies (PMP certification preferred but not required).

- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Certifications (Required & Preferred):

- Security+ (Required)

- IAM Level II Required

- PMP or Agile/Scrum Certification (Preferred)

Additional Details:

- An Active Security clearance is REQUIRED.

- 100% onsite position at Hill AFB