Network Engineer

AGE Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer to join our team onsite in Arlington, VA. This is a full-time onsite position, supporting mid-shift (M-F 2p-1030pm).

Due to the nature of the work, telecommuting is not permitted, and onsite presence is required. Parking pass provided.

Responsibilities Include:

• Design, plan, and build communications networks.
• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN concentrators for LAN/WAN systems using appropriate engineering protocols.
• Coordinate and implement LAN/WAN hardware and software improvements.
• Monitor network performance using industry-leading tools.
• Develop innovative technical solutions using structured engineering processes.
• Plan and execute network enhancements and modernization activities.
• Analyze mission or customer requirements to deliver solutions to complex technical problems.
• Perform maintenance and upgrades of networks, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and remote access systems.
• Ensure network integrity, connectivity, compliance, and continuity of operations.
• Maintain backup, recovery, and restoration capabilities.
• Support procurement of hardware, software, and subcontractor services when needed.
• Create network design plans and configure data communication systems.
• Evaluate new technologies to enhance network capabilities.
• Maintain current knowledge of assigned technologies.
• Design and integrate hardware and software components for enterprise or telecommunications networks.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior network personnel.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
  • An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: 5+ years of related network engineering or network administration experience.
• Security Clearance:
  • Active Top Secret required
  • Ability to obtain SCI
• Certifications:
  • IAT Level II certification (required)
  • One current networking certification, such as:
    • Brocade
    • Cisco (CCNA / CCNP)
    • Juniper (JNCIA / JNCIS / JNCIP)
    • Aruba
  • Technical Requirements:
    • Hands-on experience and strong technical knowledge of Aruba networking systems (required).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aruba certifications such as ACSA or ACSP

The projected salary range for this position is $100,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications.