Network Engineer (SNR).

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Network Engineer (SNR).

Location: Ashburn, VA.

Description:

• As a Senior Network Engineer on the team, you will lead the technical execution of a large-scale project to transition client connections to new data center locations. You will be responsible for the end-to-end technical lifecycle of 1,500 routers and 1,500 Cradlepoint devices—from staging and base configuration to complex remote migration and failover validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Design & Strategy: Review current-state client WAN architectures and select appropriate "go-forward" designs from established templates. Determine necessary hardware, software, and circuits for specific client needs.
• Remote Configuration & Migration: Perform remote configuration changes on Customer routers and switches (Devices). This includes migrating 1,500 VPNs and eSolutions to new NAT spaces and updating firewall rules to perimeter-based policies.
• Hardware Staging & Activation: Oversee the staging of 1,500 routers and 1,500 Cradlepoint devices at Telecommunication warehouses. This includes SIM card activation, firmware updates, and applying base configurations.
• Implementation & Pilot Leadership: Lead pilot implementations to refine Method of Procedure (MOP) documentation. Provide remote support during maintenance windows for cutovers of MPLS devices and VPN gateways.
• Validation & Troubleshooting: Execute failover testing at client locations and reconfigure router failover settings as required. Perform device health checks and provide troubleshooting support during the migration window.

Technical Qualifications:

• Advanced Routing & Switching: Deep experience with Cisco/Juniper routers and switches, specifically in a data center migration context.
• VPN & Tunneling: Expert-level knowledge of Virtual Private Networks (VPN) and migrating large-scale VPN estates.
• Wireless WAN: Experience with Cradlepoint hardware and LTE/Cellular backup solutions.
• Network Services: Proficiency in NAT space migration, MPLS, and Cloud Connectivity (Azure, AWS, or Equinix Fabric).
• Operations: Familiarity with Change Management processes (CAB), Method of Procedure (MOP) authoring, and network monitoring tools.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.