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Network Engineer

VtgMcLean, VAL5 SeniorJune 26th, 2026
OverviewWe are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with at least 5 years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in routing, switching, network security, and troubleshooting, with a focus on ensuring high availability, performance, and security across the organization's network environment.What will you do?Design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN network infrastructureConfigure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancersMonitor network performance, availability, and capacity; identify and resolve issues proactivelyTroubleshoot network outages and performance bottlenecks across multiple environmentsImplement and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, VPNs, and access controlsSupport network upgrades, patches, and infrastructure improvementsCollaborate with systems, cloud, and security teams to support business and technical requirementsMaintain network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating proceduresEnsure compliance with organizational policies and industry best practices Do you have what it takes?Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field.5+ years of experience in network engineering or network administrationStrong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP)Hands-on experience with network hardware (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Arista)Experience configuring and managing firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA)Familiarity with VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark)Strong understanding of network security principlesProficiency with Linux/Unix systems and basic scripting (Python, Bash)