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Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to design, install, configure, and document a standalone Cisco-based network in a dedicated lab environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience deploying complex enterprise network solutions, deep familiarity with Cisco technologies, and strong operational discipline in building secure, reliable, and fully documented networks.

The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for:

• Designing, installing, and configuring a standalone Cisco network tailored for a lab environment.

• Deploying and configuring: Cisco ACI fabric, Cisco SDA (Software-Defined Access) networks, Cisco wireless access points, Firewall uplinks and associated security zones.

• Implementing best practices for segmentation, access control, and network performance.

• Standing up and configuring foundational enterprise services, including DNS, DHCP, Active Directory

• Producing detailed system documentation including network diagrams, configuration baselines, operational procedures, and test results.

• Ensuring all configurations adhere to Guidehouse quality standards and any client-specific requirements.

• Conducting functional and performance testing.

• Ensuring successful integration between network components.

• Troubleshooting and resolving complex issues across multiple layers.

• Working closely with internal stakeholders, project leads, and technical teams.

• Providing status updates, risk identification, and recommendations throughout the build.

What You Will Do:

• Interface directly with clients to define IT project requirements.

• Implement project documentation governance aligned with company and client requirements.

• Track progress of project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, approved timelines.

• Implement change management routines to assess change requests, make recommendations, secure client approvals, and issue change orders. Assesses change requests to determine impacts to scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk.

• Demonstrate ability to identify complex project risks, lead constructability reviews, develop risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.

• Make decisions with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, organizational policies, and business practices to achieve general results. Responsible for setting department deadlines.

• Draw upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.

• Other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree (Relevant experience may be substituted for formal education or advanced degree.

• US Citizenship is required.

• FIVE (5) + years of related experience and/or training.

• An ACTIVE TOP SECRET federal security clearance.

• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business/IT documents.

• Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches, and articles using distinctive style.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• CCNA, CCNP or CCIE highly preferred.

• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to read and understand architectural drawings and network diagrams

• Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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