Part Time Weekend Network Engineer Jobs in Washington

Satellite Communications Network Engineer
The Opportunity:
A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable organizations to achieve their missions, but how can an organization make sure their network will fit their evolving needs? Crafting the right network, with the right equipment and software, requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That's why we need a network engineer like you who knows how to develop the exact network the DoD needs.
Booz Allen is looking for a Network Engineer to lead the creation and management of a lab automation solution for a SATCOM lab. As the automation lead, you will help plan, implement, test, and maintain automation hardware and software to support test and process automation. You'll use your skills in lab automation, network design, architecture, Layer 2/3 technologies, and system interoperability to improve reliability, availability, and performance across mission-focused environments. You will also contribute to engineering efforts, including implementation planning, technical reviews, test activities, and upgrades supporting enterprise-wide modernization.
You'll apply your knowledge in routing and switching, integration of encryption gear, network design and architecture, system interoperability, IP engineering, network transport layers, gateway protocol, and virtual routing and forwarding as you join our team of problem-solvers to help establish automation practices and procedures in a DoD lab environment.
Advance your career with us as we help the DoD field and sustain Satellite Communications (SATCOM) capabilities and solutions to users of worldwide networks.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:

• 2+ years of experience working with Python and its applicability to scripting, automation, data management and analysis, or visualization
• 2+ years of experience developing and managing lab automation solutions for testing, data management, and data analysis, including recommending and implementing automation solutions
• 2+ years of experience developing repeatable test workflows
• 2+ years of experience with network configuration, troubleshooting, or engineering support
• Knowledge of engineering implementation planning, sustainment engineering, or technical reviews
• Knowledge of network and switching technologies and Layer 2/3 network protocols
• Knowledge of network design and architecture, OSI model concepts, transport layers, and system interoperability
• Knowledge of network security technologies and firewall implementations
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• 2+ years of experience conducting network health assessments or supporting modernization efforts
• 2+ years of experience with automation of network diagraming and writing and generating batch files
• 2+ years of experience generating mission packages through a satellite simulator
• 2+ years of experience with network modeling and simulation
• Knowledge of gateway protocols, virtual routing and forwarding, or optical networking
• Knowledge of mission-aligned enterprise networking standards and emerging technologies
• Ability to identify improvements for network resiliency, capacity, or security
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering, IT, or Cyber field
• CCNA, CCNP, or Security+ certification

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.