-
Summary
Transport Engineering Lead - Active Top Secret
The Transport Lead designs, supports, and advances enterprise network transport architecture in alignment with Campus system standards. This role serves as a technical lead, providing expert guidance on transport systems, troubleshooting, and network modernization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead technical tasks and provide guidance to junior engineers.
- Serve as primary coordinator for transport and transport-related issue resolution.
- Partner with the Architecture team to review requirements and design system enhancements.
- Maintain transport-related applications such as Cisco ISE and Panorama.
- Support troubleshooting of network-connected devices and applications.
- Perform advanced systems engineering work including network architecture design, cost projections, modeling, simulation, and analysis.
- Plan OS upgrades and maintain system documentation.
- Conduct system tests to ensure compliance with user requirements.
- Lead installation and configuration of network equipment and resolve system issues.
- Provide technical guidance, training, and client-facing support.
- Define system specifications, I/O processes, and hardware/software compatibility.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and participate in special projects.
- Develop and implement transport network policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with DHS and federal standards.
- Oversee capacity planning, performance monitoring, and optimization of transport systems to ensure high availability and reliability.
- Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with external partners for transport-related projects and maintenance.
- Lead risk assessments and mitigation strategies for transport infrastructure, including disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
- Ensure proper configuration management and change control processes are followed for all transport network modifications.
- Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and briefings to senior leadership on transport system status, issues, and modernization efforts.
- Coordinate transport-related security reviews and remediation activities in collaboration with cybersecurity teams.
- Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Support budget planning and resource allocation for transport network projects and initiatives.
- Participate in incident response and root cause analysis for transport network outages or disruptions.
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience/training.
- CCNA required; CCNP preferred.
Experience Requirements:
- 8-10 years of systems engineering experience with a bachelor's degree; 10-15 years without.
- Experience with MPLS/VPN, VXLAN, Cisco VSS/VPC/vPC (or equivalents), and Tellabs GPON/Optical LAN.
- Protocol experience: OSPF, BGP, PIM, MSDP, LDP, MSTP, IPv6.
Clearance Requirements:
- Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Entry on Duty (EOD).
- Active TS clearance with ability to obtain/maintain SCI.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA DC Washington
-
Job Description
Transport Engineering Lead - Active Top Secret
The Transport Lead designs, supports, and advances enterprise network transport architecture in alignment with Campus system standards. This role serves as a technical lead, providing expert guidance on transport systems, troubleshooting, and network modernization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead technical tasks and provide guidance to junior engineers.
- Serve as primary coordinator for transport and transport-related issue resolution.
- Partner with the Architecture team to review requirements and design system enhancements.
- Maintain transport-related applications such as Cisco ISE and Panorama.
- Support troubleshooting of network-connected devices and applications.
- Perform advanced systems engineering work including network architecture design, cost projections, modeling, simulation, and analysis.
- Plan OS upgrades and maintain system documentation.
- Conduct system tests to ensure compliance with user requirements.
- Lead installation and configuration of network equipment and resolve system issues.
- Provide technical guidance, training, and client-facing support.
- Define system specifications, I/O processes, and hardware/software compatibility.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and participate in special projects.
- Develop and implement transport network policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with DHS and federal standards.
- Oversee capacity planning, performance monitoring, and optimization of transport systems to ensure high availability and reliability.
- Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with external partners for transport-related projects and maintenance.
- Lead risk assessments and mitigation strategies for transport infrastructure, including disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
- Ensure proper configuration management and change control processes are followed for all transport network modifications.
- Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and briefings to senior leadership on transport system status, issues, and modernization efforts.
- Coordinate transport-related security reviews and remediation activities in collaboration with cybersecurity teams.
- Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Support budget planning and resource allocation for transport network projects and initiatives.
- Participate in incident response and root cause analysis for transport network outages or disruptions.
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience/training.
- CCNA required; CCNP preferred.
Experience Requirements:
- 8-10 years of systems engineering experience with a bachelor's degree; 10-15 years without.
- Experience with MPLS/VPN, VXLAN, Cisco VSS/VPC/vPC (or equivalents), and Tellabs GPON/Optical LAN.
- Protocol experience: OSPF, BGP, PIM, MSDP, LDP, MSTP, IPv6.
Clearance Requirements:
- Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Entry on Duty (EOD).
- Active TS clearance with ability to obtain/maintain SCI.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA DC Washington
-
ABOUT THE COMPANY
-
-
Government Careers
Show moreGovernment jobs offer stability, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on your community and country.
Whether you’re starting your career or seeking new opportunities, these roles provide pathways for growth, security, and service.
Explore positions across a wide range of fields and take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service.
-