Engineering, Government and Policy, Information Technology
Job Description
Senior Network Systems Engineer
Title:
Senior Network Systems Engineer
Job Summary
The Senior Networking Systems Engineer is a hands-on technical lead for a DoW IT program, responsible for site surveys, solution architecture, detailed design, installation oversight, and acceptance testing of modernized enterprise and deployable network capabilities across Army test ranges and laboratories. This role translates Technical Direction Letters (TDLs) into executable Technical Direction Plans (TDPs) and drives delivery through UFC-compliant engineered drawings, RMF artifacts, and successful ATP/SAT outcomes. The ideal candidate blends deep routed/switching/wireless expertise, cybersecurity integration, and field implementation leadership in highassurance DoD environments.
Roles and Responsibilities
1) Site Survey & Strategic Solution Development
Lead pre survey planning and data requests; develop Site Survey Plans and kick off agendas/minutes.
Conduct on site surveys to validate existing conditions, perform spectrum analysis, grounding/power quality checks, and document constraints (observing OPSEC/photography rules).
Produce site/technology: solution concept, AoA, ROM/cost drivers, equipment strategy, spectrum/EMI considerations, utilities/real property, environmental and permitting inputs (FEWR/REC), schedule, risks, training and sustainment considerations, and draft TDP content.
2) Detailed Design, Drawings & Records
Develop ICT network designs aligned to UFC 3 580 01 and applicable codes/standards; coordinate RCDD stamped drawings (or work with an RCDD partner).
Produce and maintain pre install drawings, red lines, and as built packages (AutoCAD/source + PDF), plus required photographic records under OPSEC guidance.
Ensure bill of materials synchronization with LOM/MLOM/ILOM and installed components tracking.
3) Installation Engineering & Field Leadership
Provide engineering oversight for installation, integration, cutover, and conformance testing, including utility locates and permit support and on-site safety adherence.
Enforce site protection (damage reporting/PNR within 24 hours), debris/HAZMAT controls, and restoration to original or better within 72 hours or per approved exception plan.
4) Acceptance Test Planning & Execution
Author Acceptance Test Plans (ATP) that trace to requirements; lead / witness Site Acceptance Testing (SAT); document and drive closure of deficiencies; produce Test Reports.
Coordinate test pre requisites with cybersecurity for RMF relevant controls, interim connections, and lab validations as needed.
5) Cybersecurity & RMF Integration
Produce RMF artifacts: network boundary diagrams, HW/SW lists/BOMs, security and information flow diagrams, and POA&Ms.
Coordinate STIG/SRG implementation, eSTIG checklists, and vulnerability scans; integrate FIPS 140 3 crypto where applicable; support CMMC/CUI protections and eMASS data hygiene.
Provide technical inputs for CHESS sourcing, IUID tagging/applicability, and long lead approvals.
Engineer solutions to meet 24/7/365 / 4 hour critical SLAs and NBD non critical warranty performance, including sparing/field support strategies for remote/Alaska locations.
7) TDPs, TDL Governance & Program Controls
Transform TDLs into compliant TDPs with activities, conditions, risks/mitigations, staffing, travel/tools/ODCs, access/security, CLINized cost estimates, and safety considerations.
Support PMP/QMP/Safety content from an engineering perspective; contribute to MSRs, technical status meetings, and trip reports.
Notify leadership of potential out of scope or underfunded TDLs per H.8 within the required timeframes.
8) Training & Knowledge Transfer
Provide technical input to the NET Plan & POI; deliver SME level training/walkthroughs, support recordings/on demand content, and respond to post training technical questions.
Contribute to Site Transition Plans and operational hand off packages.
Basic Qualifications
BA/BS degree in a technical discipline (i.e., engineering, mathematics) and eight (8) years of experience.
Active Secret Clearance
Demonstrated experience in field surveys, site implementation, and acceptance testing for complex multisite programs.
Handson expertise with L2/L3 architectures (OSPF/ISIS/BGP, MPLS/EVPN, VXLAN), QoS, multicast, high availability (HSRP/VRRP/GLBP), NAT, segmentation (VRF/VRFLite), and SDN/automation exposure.
Proficiency with enterprise WLAN (radio planning, spectrum analysis, outdoor/longrange APs, pointtopoint/mesh), and integration with identity/policy.
Strong command of network testing & instrumentation (packet capture, throughput/latency testing, RF analyzers), and producing ATP/SAT artifacts.
Working knowledge of DoD/Army cybersecurity processes (RMF lifecycle, STIG/SRG/eSTIG, vulnerability scanning, FIPS 1403 encryption concepts) and collaboration with ISSMs/Validators.
Preferred Qualifications
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
RCDD (or close partnership experience with RCDDstamped deliverables).
Security+ (baseline) and one or more DoD 8570/8140 compliant certifications applicable to the role/level.
Experience with Army range/test center environments, FEWR/REC permitting inputs, and utility locates processes.
Exposure to NIAP/CSfC/CNSSP 11 solution concepts and Layered security architectures.
Experience supporting Section 508 accessibility evidence for ICT deliverables.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
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