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Sr. Specialist, Network Engineer

Lynchburg, Virginia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies Inc. is dedicated to providing mission-critical communications solutions that enhance safety, speed, and efficiency for our customers. We focus on radio and software products for first responders and commerial fleet users within the public safety and professional communications sector. As part of our team, you'll design and develop innovative public safety products, impacting millions globally through our critical communication radio systems used by police, fire, EMS, military, and commercial entities. 

Essential Functions:

  • Network requirements gathering: Collecting network requirements to produce configurations for routers, switches, and firewalls
  • Network Configuration Templates: Developing templates that technicians or junior engineers can apply
  • Network Concepts Mastery: Understanding and mastering network concepts and technical standards
  • Design Reviews: Participating in the design review of network architectures with both internal and external customers
  • Configuration Management and Automation: Utilizing tools for network auditing and configuration
  • Network Implementation Expertise: Acting as the subject matter expert for network implementations across multiple projects
  • 25%-35% travel

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
  • Experience with Cisco network implementation
  • Experience in network design and architecture and demonstrated ability to implement and troubleshoot network solutions

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Knowledge of TCP/IP and networking principles, including QOS, WAN, L2/L3 technologies, dynamic routing, and redundancy protocols
  • Understanding of troubleshooting methodologies and procedures 
  • Experienced in network automation using Python, Ansible, or other automation tools  
  • Experience identifying system requirements while interfacing with internal and external customers  
  • In depth knowledge of Cisco ISR G2’s and classic IOS, as well as, Cisco ISR 4K’s and IOS-XE
  • In depth knowledge of Cisco FMC & FTD firewall platforms
  • Professional certifications (e.g. CCNA, CCNP, CISSP) are a plus  
  • Knowledge of programming technologies, including VBA and C#  
  • Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Knowledge of Information Systems Security and Information Assurance (i.e. DISA STIGs, IAVAs, CVE, Nessus)
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent project tasks and prioritize them appropriately
  • Has clear & concise ability to communicate issues in a less technical sense to management and business
  • Demonstrate leadership skills which include customer focus, change management, teamwork, diversity, and integrity
  • Self-motivated team player, able to set priorities and manage to deadlines
  • Excellent trouble-shooting, communication and customer service skills
  • Demonstrated ability to proactively resolve problems
  • Proven mentoring capabilities

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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