Network Engineer, Senior
AMERICAN SYSTEMS
Dallas, Texas
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States, supporting national priority programs in defense, intelligence, and homeland security. As an employee-owner, you’ll contribute directly to mission success while growing your own stake in the company’s future.
As an on-site AMERICAN SYSTEMS Lead Network Engineer, you’ll take a hands-on leadership role ensuring secure, reliable network operations supporting U.S. Government customers. You’ll serve as a technical authority, guiding network design, troubleshooting complex issues, and maintaining mission-critical connectivity in classified environments.
Responsibilities:As a Lead Network Engineer, you will:
- Configure and troubleshoot Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) to protect data and control access to classified networks.
- Install, configure, and maintain Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Diagnose and resolve Layer 2/Layer 3, VPN, and VMware network issues.
- Coordinate on-site and remotely with users to configure equipment and troubleshoot connectivity.
- Recommend performance and security enhancements that improve reliability and reduce costs.
- Interface with senior management and vendor technical teams on network solutions.
- Work independently or lead small technical efforts with minimal supervision.
What You Bring:
- U.S. Citizenship (required)
- Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree (or 6 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
- 8–10 years of professional networking experience
- Expertise in Cisco ISE configuration and troubleshooting, routing/switching, and firewall administration
- Strong understanding of Layer 2/3 protocols and network design principles
- Certifications such as CCNP or CCIE are highly preferred
Why AMERICAN SYSTEMS:
You’re not just an employee — you’re an employee-owner through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Contribute to work that matters — safeguarding our nation’s most critical missions.
Join a team that values integrity, innovation, and impact
About the Company
AMERICAN SYSTEMS
Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States, with approximately 1,400 employees nationwide. Based in the Washington, DC, suburb of Chantilly, VA, the company provides systems engineering, technical and managed services to government and private sector customers. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was named “Contractor of the Year” at the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards in October, 2007.