Network Engineer - Active TS/SCI

Macpower Digital Assets Edge Private Limited

Annapolis Junction, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$150,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Ansible, Architectural Analysis, Automation, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Change Management, Circuit Design, Cisco Network Systems, Cisco Routers, Cisco Switches, Cloud Computing, Communication Systems, Computer Security, Cost Benefit Analysis, Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), DoD Directive 8140, DoD Directive 8570, Engineering, Firewalls, IAT - Information Assurance Technical, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Local Area Network (LAN), Maintain Compliance, Metropolitan Area Network (MAN), Microsoft Windows Azure, Military/DoD Standards, Netflow, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Design, Network Integration, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routers, Network Security, Network Support, Network Switching, Network Testing, Performance Analysis, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Risk Management Framework (RMF), SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), Schematics, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Technical Writing, Telecommunications, Top Secret Clearance, Unified Communications, United States Department of Defense (DoD), VMWare, VMWare Certified Professional (VCP), Wide Area Network (WAN)
LOCATION
Annapolis Junction, MD
POSTED
13 days ago
Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI
Certification Requirement: DoD 8570 IAT Level III (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CCNP Security)
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to support the Department of Navy in designing, optimizing, and maintaining a secure, high-performance network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Cisco network platforms, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) automation, and enterprise-scale network architecture. This role involves modernizing WAN/MAN/LAN technologies, ensuring network security, and implementing automation for efficient provisioning.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Design & Architecture
  • Evaluate and recommend new communications technologies to enhance network capabilities.
  • Analyze existing network architecture and design upgrades for WAN/MAN/LAN environments.
  • Develop detailed schematics, technical documentation, and SOPs for network configurations.
  • Conduct cost/benefit analysis for hardware/software solutions to meet current and future capacity needs.
  • Design telecommunications circuit specifications and ensure compliance with DoD standards.
Implementation & Optimization
  • Test and validate network designs before deployment.
  • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal operation.
  • Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions for automated network provisioning (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
  • Maintain expertise in Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and unified communications systems.
Security & Compliance
  • Ensure network designs comply with DoD RMF (Risk Management Framework) and DODAF 2.0 standards.
  • Support Change Management Processes for secure and efficient network updates.
  • Work with network encryptors for secure data transmission in low-bandwidth environments.
Required Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI clearance (non-negotiable).
  • Education & Experience:
    • BS/BA + 5 years of network engineering experience OR
    • MS/MA + 3 years of network engineering experience.
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Proven experience with Cisco networking (routers, switches, firewalls, UC systems).
    • Proficiency in network automation tools (Ansible, Python, Terraform).
    • Strong Visio/MS Office skills for network documentation.
    • Experience with LAN/WAN optimization and troubleshooting.
  • Certification:
    • DoD 8570 IAT Level III (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CCNP Security) must be obtained before start date.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional Certifications:
    • Cisco (CCNP Enterprise, DevNet Professional)
    • Azure (AZ-104), VMware (VCP-NV), ITIL 4
  • Advanced Networking Knowledge:
    • VMware NSX-T, SDN (Software-Defined Networking), NetFlow/SNMP monitoring
    • DISN (Defense Information Systems Network) or CANES (Consolidated Afloat Networks)
  • Methodologies & Frameworks:
    • Agile project management
    • Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Why Join This Role?
  • Mission-Critical Impact: Support the Department of Navy in securing and modernizing enterprise networks.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with Cisco, IaC automation, SDN, and cloud-integrated networks.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for certification advancement and leadership in network architecture.

Note:
  • Location: Onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD.
  • Certification Compliance: IAT Level III must be obtained before starting.

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