SMX is seeking a Senior Network Analyst to join a high-performing team supporting a mission-critical network environment for a federal law enforcement agency. This role requires deep technical expertise in cloud, routing, and security protocols to support real-time operations across complex WAN/LAN architectures. As a key player in a 24/7 environment, you will monitor, analyze, and resolve network performance issues while ensuring secure and scalable connectivity across on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure. If you're driven by solving complex problems and optimizing network systems that support national security, this role offers the impact and challenge you’re looking for. This position is on site in Clarksburg, WV and requires an active Top-Secret clearance.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Monitor network infrastructure in a 24x7x365 environment and respond to performance issues, outages, or security events.
- Design and review LAN/WAN/cloud network blueprints for scalability, performance, and compliance.
- Identify root causes of connectivity or throughput issues and implement optimizations across routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Perform in-depth traffic analysis and tune configurations to improve Quality of Service (QoS) and reliability.
- Document all network changes, incidents, and configurations in Jira, Confluence, and other approved repositories.
- Collaborate with engineering teams, security operations, and external partners to ensure operational continuity.
- Contribute to ongoing modernization initiatives, cloud integrations, and disaster recovery readiness planning.
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience is required.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VPN, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and QoS protocols.
- Experience with WAN/LAN connectivity and enterprise networking hardware (routers, switches, load balancers, firewalls).
- Incident management and escalation experience in mission-critical environments.
- Ability to analyze complex network data and resolve performance or security issues under pressure.
- Strong communication and documentation skills for shift turnover and senior-level reporting.
- Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, Kanban, Jira, Confluence, and SAFe.
Desired Skills & Experience
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) preferred.
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or IT preferred.
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools such as Splunk, Cisco Catalyst Center, and Riverbed.
Application Deadline:
6-27-2025# CJPOST #LI-SAThe SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.The proposed salary for this position is:$79,700—$132,800 USDAt SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission.
From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
