Network Engineer

Talent Software Services, Inc.

Richmond, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$42–$42 Per Hour
SKILLS
CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Change Management, Cisco Network Systems, 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), 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, Remote Access, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Service Delivery, Software Administration, Systems Administration/Management, Telecommunications, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Utilization Management, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN), Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Richmond, VA
POSTED
23 days ago
Job Summary:
  • The client 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.
  • Network Engineer supporting hybrid infrastructure. Manages routing, switching, firewalls,VPN,SD-WAN,andnetwork security;supports monitoring, troubleshooting, resiliency, and secure connectivity
Job 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

About the Company

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Talent Software Services, Inc.