In person interview needed. Onsite from day 1. Only local candidates
Location: Richmond, VA
Duration: 12+ months
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.
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
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
Additional Information
This position supports the agency's core network infrastructure and plays a critical role in ensuring secure and reliable connectivity for agency operations. The Network Engineer operates within established governance and operational processes to support stability, resiliency, and risk reduction across the enterprise environment.
Skills Needed