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Cleared Network Engineer

PeratonMcLean, VAL5 SeniorSeptember 15th, 2026
Overview In this role you will support a DoD/IC program, designing, deploying, and operating cloud-centric networks within an Agile team. You will collaborate with multiple stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable WAN/LAN designs and provide ongoing network support and optimization. The position offers exposure to mission-critical, high-security environments and opportunities to shape next-generation network solutions. You will drive automation and use state-of-the-art monitoring to ensure reliable, secure connectivity for complex systems. Compensation / Benefitssubsidized benefits for national security program25 days PTO annuallyeligible for bonus plan ResponsibilitiesParticipate in Agile ceremonies and plan work in sprintsDevelop and document WAN/LAN designs based on cloud networking requirementsProvide guidance to Tier teams for network anomaly identification and troubleshootingSpecify and configure firewalls, switches, and routers; support related tasksDesign and implement automation for cloud network infrastructureCreate highly available, scalable network architectures for new customer systemsCoordinate incident details with the tenant and track resolution in ticketing toolsUtilize monitoring tools to gather insights and act on resultsProduce network designs, implementation plans, and operational documentationEvaluate cloud networking solutions and participate in procurement of network devices Key requirementsTop-Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCIAssociate degree in Engineering or Computer Technology and 10+ years of experience or Bachelor’s in Engineering or Computer Technology and 8+ years, or Master’s with 6+ yearsDoD 8140 foundational requirements for Network Operations Specialist at advanced levelExperience designing, building, maintaining networks in a classified environmentExperience configuring VLANs, VPNs, firewalls/switches/routers (Cisco, Arista, Brocade, Juniper, Palo Alto, etc.)Maintains device software in accordance with DoD policiesStrong IP addressing and subnetting knowledge3–5 years operating/troubleshooting DoD encryption/COMSEC equipmentUnderstanding of networking fundamentals and support for software/network operationseffective communication with customers and technical staffstrong problem solving and decision-makingdetail-oriented, multi-task capable, independent workUNIX/Linux in network environmentscloud networking and automation scriptingnetwork management tools and monitoring