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Senior Network Engineer

Essnova Solutions, Inc.

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Access Control, Best Practices, CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Cisco Network Systems, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Computer Security, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, FISMA - Federal Information Security Management Act, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Firewalls, High Availability, Incident Response, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Integration, Network Monitoring, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Support, Network Switching, On Site Support, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Infrastructure, Software Engineering, Splunk, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Telemetry, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), VPN (Virtual Private Network), Wide Area Network (WAN)
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
7 days ago

Senior Network Engineer

About Essnova Solutions

Essnova Solutions is a fast-growing federal contractor delivering innovative technology, cybersecurity, cloud, and digital transformation solutions to Federal Government customers. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to support an upcoming federal program focused on enterprise infrastructure modernization, Zero Trust implementation, cybersecurity, and network resiliency. *This is for a proposal opportunity*

Position Overview

The Senior Network Engineer will serve as a technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure supporting mission-critical federal operations. This role requires deep expertise in Cisco networking technologies, network security, Zero Trust architecture, and federal IT environments.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain secure enterprise network architectures
  • Lead network modernization and infrastructure improvement initiatives
  • Design and support core, distribution, and edge network environments
  • Configure and maintain routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, DNS, and DHCP services
  • Implement Zero Trust principles including segmentation, micro-segmentation, and least-privilege access controls
  • Integrate network telemetry and monitoring capabilities with SIEM and security platforms
  • Lead vulnerability remediation and network hardening activities
  • Support incident response efforts through network analysis, containment, and remediation
  • Develop and maintain network architecture diagrams, SOPs, and technical documentation
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and infrastructure teams to improve security posture and operational resilience
  • Support lifecycle management, upgrades, and technology refresh initiatives

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of enterprise network engineering experience
  • Expert-level experience with Cisco networking technologies
  • Strong knowledge of routing, switching, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, and network architecture
  • Experience designing and supporting highly available enterprise networks
  • Experience implementing network security controls and best practices
  • Knowledge of NIST cybersecurity frameworks and federal security requirements
  • Experience supporting incident response and vulnerability management activities
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • CCNP Enterprise, CCIE, or equivalent certification
  • Experience with Palo Alto, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ISE, or similar technologies
  • Experience implementing Zero Trust architecture
  • Experience supporting federal government environments
  • Familiarity with RMF, FISMA, and NIST 800-53 requirements
  • Experience integrating network telemetry with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Sentinel, or similar solutions
  • Experience with SD-WAN technologies

Clearance

Public Trust (Tier 2) clearance

Location

Hybrid work environment with occasional onsite support as required.

About the Company

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Essnova Solutions, Inc.

Founded in 2005, Essnova has become a highly regarded leader in the Geospatial Technology and Consulting field. Essnova provides services for over 40 client organizations, spanning 10 countries around the globe. Our clients cover a broad range of private and public sector enterprises.

Essnova focuses on providing customized solutions. We are GIS/Geospatial experts with specific experience in utilities, municipalities and government agencies. Essnova believes in a true partnership approach in which we collaborate with our partners to deliver valuable solutions. Furthermore, we also provide technology solutions for Healthcare, Financial and other sectors as well.

COMPANY SIZE
1 to 9 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer Software
FOUNDED
2005
WEBSITE
http://www.essnova.com/

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