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Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Nicholson Strategic SolutionsNavy Observatory, DC🇺🇸United StatesPosted 10 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Network Engineer role offers an exciting opportunity to work on mission-critical IT solutions with a highly reputable company, providing significant opportunities for technical growth and skill development. You'll thrive here if you're a proactive, collaborative self-starter eager to deepen your expertise in complex network environments. Apply today to contribute to impactful projects and advance your career.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
On Site
Location
Navy Observatory, DC, United States
Posted
2 months ago
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Job Description

Network Engineer About US
We design, deploy, and maintain cutting-edge enterprise IT solutions for mission-critical environments. We’re looking for a self-starter who thrives both independently and in collaborative teams, can navigate a fast-paced deployment environment, and is eager to grow their technical expertise while delivering results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain complex enterprise information systems and networks to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
  • Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, and network issues to minimize downtime.
  • Maintain and update physical systems, virtual environments, networking solutions, and system documentation.
  • Lead or contribute to the design and deployment of enhancements to systems and architectures.
  • Perform root-cause analysis on operational or performance issues and develop long-term solutions.
  • Ensure systems meet DoD STIGs and security compliance requirements. Minimum Qualifications
  • 8+ years of relevant IT/network engineering experience.
  • Strong expertise in TCP/IP, IPv4, and network troubleshooting.
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper devices.
  • Knowledge of Access Control Lists (ACLs) and network security best practices.
  • Experience with Windows Server and Linux distributions (e.g., RedHat).
  • Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware ESXi.
  • Familiarity with implementing DoD STIGs.
  • Proficient in DNS/DHCP administration and system monitoring.
  • Must be able to work onsite in Washington, DC (5 days a week).
  • Active Secret Clearance.
  • 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ or equivalent). Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills
  • CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, or JNCIP certification.
  • Event log and intrusion analysis.
  • WSUS administration and vulnerability scanning (e.g., Nessus).
  • Scripting skills in PowerShell, Batch, Ansible, or Chef. Why Join Us?
  • Work on mission-critical systems in a secure, enterprise-level environment.
  • Collaborate with a team of seasoned engineers dedicated to innovation and problem-solving.
  • Opportunity to expand your skills across network, systems, and security domains.

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