Senior Network Engineer - Secret clearance or higher

Network Technical Consultant (TC) - Full time traveler

Clearance Requirement: MUST have an Active DOD Top Secret clearance (minimum)
Travel Requirement: 90% travel both CONUS and OCONUS - Must hold a valid passport; able to travel domestically and internationally

Salary: 140-175K (flexible to go above this for someone with the right skill set)

We are seeking an experienced Network Technical Consultant (TC) with deep Aruba networking expertise to support enterprise and defense projects. The ideal candidate will configure, integrate, and secure advanced Aruba-based infrastructures while also providing secondary support for Juniper technologies.

• Lead configuration, management, and troubleshooting of Aruba Fabric Composer (AFC), Aruba CX switches, and Aruba ClearPass
• Design and integrate cloud architectures and network solutions with Aruba platforms
• Troubleshoot VXLAN with EVPN overlays and support VMware NSX environments
• Perform advanced routing analysis and troubleshooting (OSPF, BGP, packet captures, tracing)
• Ensure compliance with DoD STIGs and routing/switching SRGs
• Provide secondary support for Juniper routing, switching, and vSRX firewalls

• Active Top Secret clearance (minimum)
• Valid passport; ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Hands-on expertise with:
• Aruba Fabric Composer (AFC)
• Aruba CX switching
• Aruba ClearPass

• Strong routing/switching and troubleshooting skills (OSPF, BGP, packet captures)
• Familiarity with DoD STIGs and secure networking best practices

• Experience with Juniper routing/switching and vSRX firewalls
• Relevant industry certifications (Aruba, Juniper, VMware, Cisco)
• Experience with automation/orchestration for network management
• Prior DoD or defense project experience

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered.  Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance.   An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees.  PGTEK offers a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.

ABOUT PGTEK

PGTEK is a true consulting organization dedicated to helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives utilizing our decades of experience and business relationships. PGTEK invests in the educational advancements of our staff by providing the necessary resources to complete Professional and Business Certifications. Our company is our people, and we treat them like family.

EOE, including disability/veterans