PLATFORM NETWORK ENGINEER (Active CI Poly Needed)

NorthHill Technology
Chantilly, Loudoun County, VA
NorthHill Technology Resources has an exciting opportunity for a Platform Network Engineer to support a Federal Program in Chantilly, VA . This is a direct-hire role with our client, a highly respected firm in the Intelligence Community. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of relevant experience. Due to the Nature of the work, a TS/SCI Clearance and CI Polygraph is required.

Platform Network Engineer

If you enjoy working with new technologies, enterprise-leading equipment, and seek to optimize systems to achieve maximum performance, we would like to speak to you. This position will play a key role in driving the performance, stability, and scalability of next-generation networks to support Artificial Intelligence (AI) workloads.
You will join a diverse team of software and platform engineers to design, deploy, and maintain network infrastructure. You will collaborate with people inside and outside the organization to deliver the highest standards for building, deploying, and scaling networks.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Platform Network Engineer to join our team. As a key member of the Networking team, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing robust and efficient network infrastructure solutions for our data center environments.

Key Job Responsibilities
  • Design, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain complex Layer 2/3 data center architectures using BGP, VLANs, MLAG, LAG, Spine/Leaf topologies, Trunk/Access ports, and other related technologies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective network solutions.
  • Provide expert guidance and support to junior team members, assisting them in their professional growth and development.
  • Stay updated on the latest networking trends and best practices; proactively seek out new learning opportunities to enhance technical expertise.
  • Contribute to the documentation of network infrastructure designs and configurations for future reference and knowledge sharing among team members.
  • Travel up to 20% of the time, as required, to perform on-site installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities at customer sites or data centers.
Qualifications 
  • Proven experience in designing, configuring, and managing complex BGP and Layer 2/3 Data Center architectures.
  • Expertise in VLAN, MLAG (Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation Group), LAG (Link Aggregation Group) configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with Spine and Leaf architecture design and implementation.
  • Strong understanding of Trunk/Access ports, their functions, and how to configure them for optimal performance in various network environments.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time (domestic and international) as required.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality work.
  • Ability to stay updated on industry trends and technology advancements; willingness to continue learning new things.
Clearance Requirements 
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence polygraph
  • Have current IAM Level II to satisfy DOD 8570 IAT requirements
What We offer 
  • A dynamic and collaborative working environment that fosters professional growth and development.
  • Opportunities for personal and technical skill enhancement through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • A supportive and inclusive team culture that values diversity and encourages individual contributions.

Posted 2025-10-21

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