Senior Network Engineer

Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success.ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at www.clearedgeit.com/careers/Your MissionJoin ClearEdge as a Network Engineer supporting programs and infrastructure. You will design, implement, maintain, and secure network systems, ensuring reliable and protected communication across software engineering and operational environments. Your work will include implementing and maintaining security measures, analyzing network performance, troubleshooting issues, recommending improvements, and supporting both Linux and Windows systems to ensure secure and efficient network operations.You Will Excel If You Are:Experienced in designing, implementing, and maintaining Cisco routers, switches, and firewallsProficient with Linux and WindowsKnowledgeable in implementing and maintaining network security measuresComfortable performing physical network tasks, including climbing ladders to access equipmentSkilled in troubleshooting network performance and recommending upgrades or modificationsFamiliar with patching and upgrading Linux servers and networking resourcesExperienced with automation tools such as Ansible or SaltFamiliar with AWS and virtualized network environmentsA Day In The Life Of:Designing, implementing, maintaining, and securing enterprise network infrastructuresMonitoring network performance and troubleshooting connectivity or throughput issuesImplementing and maintaining network security controls and configurationsPerforming configuration changes, upgrades, and patches on routers, switches, firewalls, and serversSupporting Linux and Windows systems, including system administration tasks as requiredUsing automation tools such as Ansible or Salt to streamline network operationsCollaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, reliable network functionalityRecommending network upgrades or modifications based on performance and security analysisMust Have:Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearanceMinimum of three (3) years as a Network Engineer within the last three (3) yearsExperience with Cisco routers, switches, and firewallsProficiency with Linux and WindowsCCNA or CCNP certificationSecurity+ certificationAbility to climb ladders and perform physical network installation and maintenance tasksTwelve (12) years’ experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexityBachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, or four (4) additional years of network engineering experience in lieu of a degreeIAT Level III baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-MNice To Have:Experience patching and upgrading Linux servers and networking resourcesExperience developing or using Ansible or Salt scriptsExperience with AWS and virtualized network environmentsWindows and Linux system administration experienceClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. We believe in developing our people, promoting from within, and fostering long-term career growth across the organization.Our Core Values—Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability—guide everything we do. These principles shape our culture, inform our decisions, and drive our commitment to excellence in support of our customers and partners.If this position is not the right fit, we encourage you to visit our Careers page to explore other opportunities at ClearEdge or connect with one of our recruiters at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.