Senior Principal Platform Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled WAN Engineer to design, implement, and support our enterprise-wide network infrastructure. This role is responsible for ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing connectivity across corporate offices, data centers, cloud environments, and remote locations.

The ideal candidate will have experience with modern WAN technologies, SD-WAN solutions, cloud networking, and network security. You will work closely with infrastructure, security, and cloud teams to drive network modernization initiatives and support critical business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise WAN and SD-WAN environments.
• Design, implement, procure, maintain, and document COMSEC devices, routers, switches, & Firewalls.
• Support connectivity across data centers, cloud platforms, branch offices, and remote users.
• Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols, WAN circuits, VPNs, and network services.
• Optimize network performance, availability, and resiliency.
• Collaborate with security teams to implement secure network architectures and Zero Trust principles.
• Monitor network health, perform capacity planning, and resolve complex connectivity issues.
• Support cloud networking integrations with Azure, AWS, and other cloud providers.
• Automate network operations using scripting and infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and network modernization projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience supporting enterprise WAN environments.
• Strong knowledge of SD-WAN, Internet-based WAN, and hybrid WAN architectures.
• Experience with SD-WAN platforms such as Cisco SD-WAN, VMware VeloCloud, Fortinet Secure SD-WAN, or similar technologies.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, routing, switching, QoS, and network troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with BGP, OSPF, and other dynamic routing protocols.
• Experience integrating WAN connectivity with Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.
• Knowledge of VPN technologies, firewalls, network segmentation, SASE, and Zero Trust networking.
• Experience with network monitoring, performance management, and capacity planning tools.
• Familiarity with automation tools such as Python, PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform, or REST APIs.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or equivalent certifications.
• Experience supporting global enterprise networks.
• Knowledge of network observability, telemetry, and cloud-delivered security services.
• Experience with network transformation, cloud migration, or digital modernization initiatives.

Role Expectations

• Works to achieve operational objectives with a major impact on the job area and/or departmental results.
• Responsible for improving processes, systems, or work methods to enhance the performance of the function.
• Influences stakeholders within and outside the immediate work area regarding policies, practices, and procedures.
• Provides guidance, coaching, or training to other professionals within the job area.
• Requires advanced knowledge of the job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

Pay Range

The posted pay range reflects the national salary range for this position and is provided to give candidates a general understanding of the compensation opportunity. The actual salary offered will be determined based on the requirements of the position and a variety of job-related factors, which may include geographic location, applicable Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant experience, skills and competencies, education, certifications, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.

Because this position may be performed in multiple locations and may be subject to different contract requirements, the salary ultimately offered may vary based on the applicable location and contract. The posted range is not a guarantee of a specific starting salary or an indication that an offer will be made at any particular point within the range.

Total Rewards

In addition to competitive base pay, Clarity provides a Total Rewards package designed to attract and retain exceptional professionals committed to excellence. Our benefits reflect the value we place on skilled individuals who drive our impact in critical digital missions.

At Clarity, a career means joining a high-performing team advancing vital work in the digital landscape. We encourage you to consider the total value of joining us-competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and resources that support your growth and impact.

Our Total Rewards package includes performance-based bonuses, extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, substantial paid time off and holidays, flexible work arrangements where possible, and a range of income protection benefits. We are committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and ability to contribute to essential digital missions.