Network Engineer

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Richmond, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Change Management, Cisco Network Systems, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Firewall Administration, Firewalls, Government, Hardware Administration, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Local Area Network (LAN), MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching), Multitasking, Network Access Control (NAC), Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Connectivity, Network Design, Network Monitoring, Network Operations Center, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Support, Network Switching, Operational Communications, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Remote Access, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Service Delivery, Software Administration, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Telecommunications, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Utilization Management, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN), Wireless Communications, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Richmond, VA
POSTED
Today
Title: Network Engineer 3
Location: Richmond, VA 23219 US United States (Onsite)
Interviews: In person interviews
Job Type: Contract
Job Duration: Approx. 06+ months (Extensions highly likely)

Job Description:
Position Overview:
  • The ***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.
  • The Network Engineer is a hands-on technical role responsible for routing, switching, firewalls, VPN connectivity, wireless infrastructure, and network resiliency. The position works under the direction of the Director of Infrastructure & Operations and collaborates with Infrastructure, Information Security, End User Services, Application/Data Services, vendors, and service providers.
  • This role emphasizes operational discipline, secure network design, structured change management, and reliable service delivery within a government environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Network Infrastructure Administration:
  • Administer 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 Management:
  • Administer 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 & Troubleshooting:
  • Monitor 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 Support:
  • Support implementation of network security controls and standards
  • Collaborate with the Information Security Office on vulnerability remediation and risk reduction
  • Assist with logging, monitoring, and audit activities
  • Support secure configuration and hardening practices

Change Management & Operations:
  • Execute 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 Coordination:
  • Coordinate with telecommunications providers and vendors
  • Support circuit provisioning, troubleshooting, and escalations
  • Assist with hardware lifecycle and support renewals

Cross-Team Collaboration:
  • Partner 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 Qualifications:
  • Experience 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 Qualifications:
  • Experience 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 Abilities:
  • Strong 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

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