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title: 'Field Network Operations Engineer - Washington D.C. at Black Mountain Dynamics'
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# Field Network Operations Engineer - Washington D.C. at Black Mountain Dynamics

- **Company:** Black Mountain Dynamics
- **Location:** HQ
- **Compensation:** $145k–$165k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-10-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-25
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/black-mountain-dynamics/e7d575ff-e196-405a-b96a-c2f37fc9546d

## Job description

Field Network Operations Engineer - Washington, D.C.

## Role Description

We are seeking a Field Network Operations Engineer who is passionate about networking and is eager to tackle challenging technical issues across unique, independent environments. In this senior role, you will lead on-site network buildouts throughout the US, perform advanced network analyses and support challenging customer issues. You will be a key contributor to our mission of providing "Cybersecurity by Design," ensuring our clients' infrastructures are secure, efficient, and tailored to their needs. This full-time hybrid role offers remote work flexibility with Washington, D.C., as a home base, with routine travel within the Bay Area and throughout the US (estimated up to 50% travel) as required for client projects, along with participation in a rotation focusing on network operations, project management, and remote network support during non-travel periods.

## Key Responsibilities

- Configuration and Management: Configure, install, and maintain network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls and wireless access points at unique locations throughout the US.
- Implementation & Design: On-site implementation / rack & stack, connection of network hardware in both indoor and outdoor conditions. Participate in the design, planning, and implementation of network infrastructure projects, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data center networks.
- Project Lead: Act as a project lead / key stakeholder for network deployments, while delivering timely and detailed status reports to all project stakeholders.
- Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize network efficiency and availability.
- Network Protection: Implement and manage network security solutions such as firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection and prevention systems, SIEM tools, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and data loss prevention to safeguard client networks.
- Expert Troubleshooting: Lead the resolution of the most complex technical issues involving hardwired and wireless network problems, ISP & WAN connectivity, and security incidents.
- Incident Leadership: Coordinate and lead incident response efforts for critical security events, working closely with clients and internal teams.
- Client Consultation: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic recommendations on cybersecurity best practices and infrastructure improvements.
- Documentation and Reporting: Produce comprehensive reports on security incidents, threat analyses, and recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.
- Mentorship: Mentor and guide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technicians, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance our security processes, tools, and methodologies.

Required Qualifications

- Location: Requires residence in the Washington D.C. area
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience configuring and maintaining network hardware with a strong emphasis on Ruckus, alongside Palo Alto Networks, Juniper, Cisco, Aruba, or Meraki. This must include at least 3 years leading LAN, WAN, and WLAN architecture and physical installation, as well as practical experience integrating network security measures, ideally within an MSSP or MSP environment.
- Wireless: Advanced understanding of Wi-Fi / wireless networking technologies, protocols, and RF design principles, including predictive and physical site survey operations/ processes/tools (Homina, Ekahau), radio optimization, and channel planning.
- Technical Mastery: Deep expertise with various technologies, including networking hardware, tools, and software. Ability to independently investigate, diagnose, and solve novel problems with minimal guidance.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a track record of efficiently resolving complex, critical infrastructure and routing/switching issues under pressure.
- Client Relations: Exceptional communication skills with experience in client-facing roles, capable of explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Flexibility: Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments, travel requirements, and participation in on-call rotations.
- Physical: Ability to lift and install IT equipment (up to 50 lbs), climb ladders for wireless access point installation, and work in varying indoor/outdoor physical environments.

Desired Qualifications

- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Networking, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or a related field.
- Certifications: Certifications such as the Network+, CCNP, CCIE, CISSP.
- Scripting Skills: Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or PowerShell for automation.

## About Black Mountain Dynamics

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Black Mountain Dynamics is a security-centric IT consulting and managed services firm providing enterprise-grade cybersecurity, network security, and IT support to tech startups, financial firms, and VIPs.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held; no disclosed funding stage)
- **Headquarters**: Mountain View, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2015
- **Founders**: Rama Polefka

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Computer and Network Security / IT Consulting
- **Target customers**: Tech startups, growing mid-sized companies, small public companies (especially those needing SEC cybersecurity compliance), financial firms, and VIP private networks (B2B).
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To deliver comprehensive cybersecurity and IT managed services with a white-glove touch, protecting clients from cyber threats while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

## Products & Services
- **Managed Security**: 24/7 premium data protection, threat detection, and response services combining human expertise with cutting-edge tech. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
- **vCISO (Virtual Chief Information Security Officer)**: Executive-level security guidance without the cost of a full-time CISO, including policy creation, incident response planning, and regulatory alignment. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
- **IT Systems Engineering**: Design, implementation, and optimization of scalable IT infrastructures (network architecture, server configuration, cloud integration). [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
- **Managed IT Services**: Fully outsourced day-to-day IT support, system monitoring, updates, troubleshooting, and strategic guidance as an extension of the in-house team. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
- **Cybersecurity Assessments**: Vulnerability identification through reviews of network architecture, endpoint protection, and security posture, with detailed reports and recommendations. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
- **GRC Service (Governance, Risk, and Compliance)**: Frameworks to meet regulatory standards (e.g., SEC mandates), minimize risk of non-compliance, and build stakeholder trust. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
- **End-User IT Support**: Resolving IT challenges quickly and empowering staff through best practices for secure technology use. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated at $1 Million to $5 Million (cience.com) [cience.com](https://www.cience.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics/8387866488141574635)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly available; no funding rounds disclosed. Tech stack includes partnerships with JumpCloud, SentinelOne, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and others. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics)
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 160% YoY (from ~3 to 9 employees). Active hiring for Technical Project Manager and IT Solutions Architect. Recent hires (e.g., Fahd Ali for NOC operations). CEO Rama Polefka speaking at industry events. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep expertise**: Founder Rama Polefka brings 25+ years of experience in IT and network security. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics)
- **White-glove, tailored service**: Offers personalized, compliance-ready security adapted to each client’s risk profile – not a one-size-fits-all approach. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
- **Niche focus on small public companies**: Specialized in helping small public companies navigate SEC cybersecurity mandates, a growing regulatory requirement. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/)
- **24/7 managed protection**: Combines human expertise with advanced tools for around-the-clock vigilance. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)

## Strategic Focus
- **Scaling the team**: Actively hiring for technical roles (IT Solutions Architect, Technical Project Manager) to support growth and multiple simultaneous deployments. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics)
- **Expanding service offerings**: Continued emphasis on vCISO and GRC services to meet rising compliance demands, especially for SEC-regulated companies. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
- **Deepening cybersecurity capabilities**: Recent hire for NOC operations signals investment in 24/7 monitoring and response. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics)

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Small, security-focused team (9 employees) with a “white-glove” service ethos. Emphasis on responsiveness and going the extra mile for clients. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/)
- **Work environment**: Based in Mountain View, CA (Bay Area). Likely office-based with some remote flexibility; roles involve client site deployments (e.g., Technical Project Manager manages 10+ simultaneous site deployments). [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics)
- **Compensation**: Average annual salary for employees in the US is approximately $114,973 (hourly ~$55), with roles ranging from $101k to $130k; highest paying role is Director, Finance & Operations at ~$208k. [salary.com](https://www.salary.com/research/company/black-mountain-dynamics-inc-salary)
- **Growth opportunity**: Joining a rapidly growing company (160% headcount growth) offers significant impact and career development in a niche cybersecurity/IT consulting space.

## Sources
1. [blackmtx.com](https://www.blackmtx.com/)
2. [blackmtx.com - Services](https://www.blackmtx.com/services)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics)
4. [cience.com](https://www.cience.com/company/black-mountain-dynamics/8387866488141574635)
5. [salary.com](https://www.salary.com/research/company/black-mountain-dynamics-inc-salary)

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