Zachary Piper Solutions is a government subtracting company that provides technological services for the federal government, specializing in cybersecurity, intelligence, and IT. Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer (Tier 3) to support a contract with the Department of Energy and the National Nuclear Security Agency (NNSA). This position is fully onsite in Washington, DC and requires an active Top Secret/Q clearance.
Responsibilities for Network Engineer (Tier 3):
• Deploy, configure, and maintain LAN/WAN infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers. • Apply security patches and updates across all network devices and systems. • Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize for reliability and efficiency. • Maintain accurate inventory of network hardware/software and manage asset lifecycle. • Provide technical input during engineering meetings and support network project planning. • Manage data center networking, assist with virtualization/storage systems, and support infrastructure growth. • Implement and enforce network security protocols and disaster recovery solutions. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues. • Prepare detailed reports on network performance, incidents, and upgrades. • Serve as a primary contact for client technical support and issue resolution.
Required qualifications:
Strong customer service and communication skills. Experience with Cisco IOS/NX-OS, Palo Alto firewalls/VPNs, and General Dynamics Taclanes/GEMOne. Proficiency in Windows and Unix/Linux systems, network security, traffic analysis, and incident response. Solid understanding of Layer 2/3 networking, subnetting, encryption, and communication protocols. Must obtain an active Top Secret/Q clearance.
Compensation for Network Engineer (Tier 3):
Salary Range: $160,000 - $175,000 (based on experience)
Comprehensive benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays.
This job opens for applications on 2/2/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.