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TriOptus LLC

Observability Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$88 - $150/hr

Minimum 5 years of experience as a Network Observability Engineer OR * 5 years overall observability experience with at least 2+ years hands-on experience using NetBrain and ThousandEyes * Strong ...

Parsons

Senior Network / Communications Engineer

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$108K - $148K/yr

... observability tooling), produces network standards/baselines and as-built documentation, and supports 30-40% OCONUS travel for site surveys, cutovers, and high-priority restorations. This role ...

SWIFT

Senior Cloud Network Engineer

Manassas, VA · On-site

$188K/yr

Contribute to operational tooling and documentation for network observability and support What to Expect * Ownership of assigned networking services and components within the cloud platform

SWIFT VA

Senior Cloud Network Engineer

Manassas, VA · Hybrid

$188K/yr

Contribute to operational tooling and documentation for network observability and support What to Expect * Ownership of assigned networking services and components within the cloud platform

Booz Allen Hamilton

Observability Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$53.25 - $73/hr

Observability Engineer The Opportunity : Something breaks at 2 AM. Today, a human gets paged ... Knowledge of network monitoring protocols, including SNMP, SNMP traps, NetFlow, and Syslog

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Observability Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$53.25 - $73/hr

Share Observability Engineer The Opportunity : Something breaks at 2 AM. Today, a human gets paged ... Knowledge of network monitoring protocols, including SNMP, SNMP traps, NetFlow, and Syslog

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Observability Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$53.25 - $73/hr

Share Observability Engineer The Opportunity : Something breaks at 2 AM. Today, a human gets paged ... Knowledge of network monitoring protocols, including SNMP, SNMP traps, NetFlow, and Syslog

Booz Allen Hamilton

Observability Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$54 - $74/hr

R0237472 Observability Engineer The Opportunity : So met hing breaks at 2 AM. Today, a human gets ... Knowledge of network monitoring protocols, including SNMP, SNMP traps, NetFlow, and Syslog

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What is network observability?

Network observability refers to the ability to gain deep visibility into all aspects of a computer network’s operations, performance, and health. It involves collecting and analyzing data from various sources such as logs, metrics, and traces to detect issues, optimize performance, and ensure security. Unlike traditional monitoring, observability provides insights into the underlying causes of network problems, enabling faster troubleshooting and proactive management. Network observability tools help organizations maintain reliable, secure, and efficient network infrastructure, which is especially important in complex or large-scale environments.

What is the difference between Network Observability vs Network Monitoring?

AspectNetwork ObservabilityNetwork Monitoring
FocusProvides comprehensive insights into network performance, health, and security through data collection, analysis, and visualization.Tracks network uptime, availability, and basic performance metrics to detect outages or issues.
Tools & SkillsUses advanced analytics, telemetry, and machine learning; requires knowledge of data analysis and network architecture.Utilizes monitoring tools like SNMP, ping, and simple dashboards; requires basic network troubleshooting skills.
PurposeEnables proactive troubleshooting, capacity planning, and security analysis by understanding complex network behaviors.Provides real-time alerts and status updates to quickly identify and resolve network issues.

While both roles focus on network health, Network Observability offers a deeper, data-driven understanding of network behavior, supporting proactive management. Network Monitoring is more about real-time detection of outages and basic performance tracking. Organizations often use both to ensure robust network performance and security.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Network Observability roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Network Observability often face challenges like managing large volumes of network data, integrating diverse monitoring tools, and quickly identifying the root cause of network issues. Addressing these challenges typically involves automating data collection, leveraging advanced analytics, and fostering close collaboration with network engineers and security teams. Staying updated with the latest observability platforms and best practices can also help streamline workflows and improve network performance monitoring.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Network Observability, and why are they important?

To excel in Network Observability, you need a strong understanding of networking fundamentals, troubleshooting, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with monitoring tools like Wireshark, Datadog, Grafana, and knowledge of protocols such as SNMP and NetFlow, as well as relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP), are typically required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills help professionals quickly identify issues and work with cross-functional teams. These competencies are essential for ensuring network reliability, performance, and rapid incident response in complex IT environments.
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Observability Engineer

Observability Engineer

TriOptus LLC

Mclean, VA • On-site

$88 - $150/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Fully Onsite in Mclean VA or plano Texas
Contract ended, July 17, 2026, contract only
$88-$150/hour
Daily shortlisting till 15 Jan
Position Details
  • Work Location: Fully Onsite - McLean, VA or Plano, TX
  • Assignment Type: Contract Only
  • Contract End Date: July 17, 2026 (No extensions planned)
  • Pay Rate: $88-$150/hour
  • Shortlisting: Daily until January 15

Required Experience
  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Network Observability Engineer OR
  • 5 years overall observability experience with at least 2+ years hands-on experience using NetBrain and ThousandEyes
  • Strong understanding of NetBrain and ThousandEyes implementations
  • Hiring Manager preference for deeper NetBrain expertise over ThousandEyes
    Preferred Skills
    • Experience with:
    • ELK Stack
    • ExtraHop
    • Gigamon
    • NetIM
    • Splunk
    • NetFlow

    Role Expectations
    • Perform a greenfield installation of NetBrain and ThousandEyes, including:
    • Deploying both platforms from scratch
    • Operating in an environment with no existing NetBrain or ThousandEyes implementation
  • Deliver 1-2 measurable outcomes per week
  • Work allocation:
  • 0% Operational Support
  • 20% Strategic Planning
  • 80% Backlog Execution / Implementation
    Job Description:
    • Observability engineer services.
    • Supplier will provide an Observability Engineer for client that meets the requirements identified below.
    • The Supplier resource will work under client's direction and supervision for the term of the contract.
    • The Observability Engineer's primary focus is to support client's network observability and visibility transformation efforts by implementing and optimizing a multi observability strategy.
    • The engineer will apply hands-on expertise across key platforms supporting visibility, analytics, diagnostics, and digital experience monitoring to enhance operational maturity across environments.
    • The Observability Engineer will work directly with client personnel to understand the organization's current architecture, tools, processes, and visibility requirements, and will support integration and refinement of observability capabilities across all applicable platforms and environments.
    • The Observability Engineer will work directly with client staff to become familiar with client's unique environment processes and goals to ensure success.
    Responsibilities for Observability Engineer:
    • Integrate data and telemetry sources into client's enterprise observability ecosystem (netIM, Splunk, ELK, NetFlow, ThousandEyes, NetBrain, and other supported platforms).
    • Assist with building and maintaining unified dashboards and visualization outputs for operational, engineering, and business stakeholders.
    • Support automated diagnostics, alerting, and reporting workflows to improve incident response activities.
    • Participate in tool modernization efforts including rationalization, consolidation, and replacement of legacy monitoring platforms.
    • Provide support for packet capture, traffic visibility, and deep network analytics using Extrahop, GigaMon, and comparable technologies.
    • Assist with digital experience and performance monitoring across cloud, application, and edge environments.
    • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support architecture decisions, readiness, and platform adoption.
    • Support log aggregation, parsing, and analytics using Splunk and ELK stack technologies.
    • Contribute to automated network mapping and topology-driven diagnostics using NetBrain.
    • Support compliance and data integrity standards associated with observability, telemetry, and platform governance.
    • Assist with continuous improvement of alert rules, thresholds, and analytics logic.
    • Contribute to knowledge transfer efforts, documentation development, and operational playbook creation.
    • Support performance baselining and predictive analytics initiatives to enhance operational visibility and service assurance.
    Must Have Qualifications:
    • Must have at least 5 years on experience with NetBrain and ThousandEyes.
    • Preferred experience with ELK, ExtraHop, Gigamon, NetIm, Splunk, and NetFlow.
    Note:
    • *Please include the following at the top of each candidate resume - Resumes without completed templates and/or vetting questions will not be considered.
    • Responses to vetting questions are to be provided directly from the candidates.
    • Location: Full-time on-site Monday to Friday in Mclean or Plano- No preference
    • Assignment Type: Contract Only

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