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Technica Corporation is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic, self-directed individual for the Air Force Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) Network Engineer position. This position will support the design, implementation, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of a modernized base wired network infrastructure. The network engineer works under general supervision and provides solutions to technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.

This role will support a mission-critical infrastructure modernization program that uses Juniper switches, a standards-based leaf-spine campus architecture, a high-availability IP fabric design, secure segmentation, and centralized network operations. The Network Engineer will serve as a technical contributor, implementing resilient wired network architectures with a scalable, routed IP fabric. The selected candidate will work closely with network architects, cybersecurity engineers, wireless engineers, systems engineers, operations teams, OEM partners, and Government stakeholders to ensure the modernized network supports mission assurance, cybersecurity compliance, operational resiliency, and long-term scalability.

Responsibilities: * Configure, test, deploy, and sustain Juniper-based EVPN-VXLAN network fabric solutions across Air Force base environments. * Support the establishment of a Network Integration Lab (NIL) with a representative network infrastructure design for qualification testing and acceptance. * Implement, configure, and troubleshoot EVPN-VXLAN components, including routed underlay, VXLAN overlay, BGP EVPN control plane, VRFs, VNIs, VLAN-to-VNI mapping, distributed gateway functions, and fabric edge services.

* Support migration from legacy hierarchical Layer 2/Layer 3 network designs to modern Layer 3 leaf-spine architectures that reduce spanning tree dependencies and improve resiliency. * Implement secure network segmentation for mission, administrative, management, wireless, guest, and other enclaves using VLANs, VRFs, VXLAN overlays, ACLs, and routing policy. * Configure and validate Junos routing, switching, interface, QoS, management, logging, authentication, and security controls in accordance with approved design baselines.

* Support integration of wired network services with wireless infrastructure, NAC/AAA services, ClearPass or equivalent policy platforms, and centralized network management tools. * Participate in site surveys, current-state assessments, network discovery, port mapping, fiber/uplink validation, migration planning, cutover planning, and installation readiness reviews. * Develop and execute network test procedures, including failover testing, redundancy validation, segmentation testing, QoS validation, performance testing, and operational acceptance testing.

* Support RMF, ATO, DISA STIG, vulnerability remediation, secure configuration, audit logging, and compliance validation activities for network infrastructure. * Provide escalation support for local Tier 2 base operations and coordinate with centralized Tier 3/4 engineering and Network Operations Center teams. * Support the development and maintenance of network diagrams, IP address plans, VLAN/VRF/VNI mappings, configuration templates, implementation plans, migration runbooks, as-built documentation, and operational handoff materials.

* Troubleshoot complex network issues involving routing, switching, overlays, underlays, reachability, authentication, segmentation, performance, and high availability. * Support change control, maintenance windows, configuration reviews, lab validation, and implementation activities in an Integrated Test Facility or production-like environment. The position will be based in Sterling, VA, or at other select locations as required by the contract and may support a hybrid work schedule.

The final approved work schedule arrangement will be coordinated with the hiring manager. This position may require 10%-20% travel. Requirements * Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility * Bachelor's degree in a technical-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a related field * Minimum of 2 years' related experience * Must have the applicable DCWF DoD/Military training required for this DCWF-aligned work role, or one active certification from the following: SecurityX / CASP+, CCNA, CCNP Security, CCSP, CEH, Cloud+, CND, GCED, GCIA, GCIH, GCLD, GDSA, GFACT, GICSP, GSEC, Network+, Security+, SSCP.

* Experience with Juniper switches and Junos OS, including configuration, troubleshooting, routing, switching, access-layer design, and high-availability features. * Good understanding of BGP, OSPF, Layer 2/Layer 3 switching, VLANs, VRFs, trunking, routing policy, link aggregation, ECMP, QoS, and network resiliency concepts. * Experience configuring and troubleshooting secure segmentation using VRFs, VLANs, ACLs, route policies, and overlay network constructs.

* Experience supporting network implementation, migration, cutover, testing, and operational transition activities. * Familiarity with DoD or federal cybersecurity practices, including DISA STIGs, RMF support, vulnerability remediation, secure management protocols, MFA/CAC concepts, logging, and audit requirements. Desired * 2 years' experience working on Department of Air Force (DAF) programs and/or knowledge of DAF-relevant projects.

* Hands-on experience with implementing intent-based networking using EVPN-VXLAN standards and technologies. * Experience integrating wired networks with wireless, NAC, 802.1X, MAB, RADIUS, TACACS+, PKI, and certificate-based authentication. * Experience with out-of-band management networks, centralized monitoring, telemetry, SNMP, Syslog, NetFlow/IPFIX, and network configuration backup platforms.

* Strong oral and written communication skills. Overview About Technica : At Technica Corporation, our goal is to provide exceptional professional services and innovative technology solutions that meet or exceed our customer's expectations. We specialize in a wide range of advanced information technology solutions from Systems Engineering to Cyber Security, and from Software Development to Product Solutions.

From our locations across the DC Metro area, Hampton, Virginia, and Huntsville, Alabama, we provide technological subject matter expertise, program management and business process knowledge as a trusted advisor in support of our Department of Defense and other Federal Agency customers. EEO EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is Technica's policy to affirmatively support Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all qualified individuals without regard to color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, age, race, disability, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy covers all aspects of the employment relationship including recruiting, hiring, compensation, assignment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, employment longevity, retirement, employee benefits and termination.

Technica's EEO philosophy promotes equal employment opportunity throughout the organization. Any form of unlawful employee harassment based on the above mentioned characteristics is prohibited. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.