Network Engineer 3
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.Job Title: Network Engineer 3Location(s): Richmond, VA Short Description: Network Engineer supporting hybrid infrastructure. Manages routing, switching, firewalls, VPN, SD-WAN, and network security; supports monitoring, troubleshooting, resiliency, and secure connectivity. Local candidates strongly preferred Complete Description: Position Overview A government agency seeks a Network Engineer to support and maintain a secure, stable, and high-performing enterprise network environment. This role is responsible for administering and troubleshooting core networking infrastructure across multiple office locations, data centers, and remote access environments.This role emphasizes operational discipline, secure network design, structured change management, and reliable service delivery within a government environment.Key Responsibilities Network Infrastructure AdministrationAdminister enterprise routing and switching infrastructure.Configure and maintain LAN, WAN, wireless, and remote access environments.Support hybrid MPLS and SD-WAN connectivity across multiple locations.Maintain network availability, resiliency, and performance.Firewall & Secure Connectivity ManagementAdminister firewalls, VPN solutions, and secure remote connectivity.Implement and maintain network segmentation and access controls.Support secure connectivity for cloud and hybrid environments.Coordinate firewall rule changes and network security updates.Monitoring & TroubleshootingMonitor network health, utilization, and performance.Respond to outages, connectivity issues, and infrastructure incidents.Perform network troubleshooting across routing, switching, wireless, and VPN environments.Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.Security & Compliance SupportSupport implementation of network security controls and standards.Collaborate with Information Security teams on vulnerability remediation and risk reduction.Assist with logging, monitoring, and audit activities.Support secure configuration and hardening practices.Change Management & OperationsExecute network changes through defined change management processes.Validate planned changes and maintain rollback procedures.Participate in maintenance windows and operational planning.Maintain network documentation and diagrams.Vendor & Carrier CoordinationCoordinate with telecommunications providers and vendors.Support circuit provisioning, troubleshooting, and escalations.Assist with hardware lifecycle and support renewals.Cross-Team CollaborationPartner with Systems Administration on infrastructure dependencies.Coordinate with End User Services regarding user-impacting network issues.Support Application/Data teams with connectivity and performance needs.Communicate operational risks and system impacts to leadership.Required QualificationsExperience administering enterprise network environments.Strong knowledge of routing and switching concepts.Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and secure remote access.Experience troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues.Familiarity with wireless networking technologies.Understanding of structured operational and change management processes.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Cisco networking technologies.Experience with SD-WAN and hybrid network environments.Experience in government or regulated environments.Familiarity with network monitoring and logging tools.Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST.Relevant certifications such as CCNA or CCNP.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong troubleshooting and analytical skills.Ability to manage multiple operational priorities.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively across technical teams.Focus on reliability, security, and operational consistency.Working ConditionsOffice-based environment.Occasional after-hours support for maintenance or incident response.Limited travel between office locations may be required.Additional Information This position supports the agency's core network infrastructure and plays a critical role in ensuring secure and reliable connectivity for agency operations. The Network Engineer operates within established governance and operational processes to support stability, resiliency, and risk reduction across the enterprise environment. Skills: