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AWS Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Gridiron IT SolutionsArlington, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 19 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career as an AWS Network Engineer with a highly competitive salary and the flexibility of a hybrid work model, where you'll design and implement secure network architectures for critical federal workloads. This role is perfect for experienced professionals with a TS/SCI clearance who excel in AWS GovCloud environments and possess a strong understanding of network security and compliance. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact and grow your expertise within a reputable organization.

Quick Overview

Salary
$180k - $250k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Arlington, VA, United States
Posted
4 weeks ago
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Job Description

AWS Network Engineer Location: Arlington or Herndon, VA
Clearance: TS/SCI Expert in designing and implementing network architectures within AWS GovCloud and classified environments. Proficient with Transit Gateway, VPC design, hybrid connectivity, Direct Connect, and network segmentation for multi-tenant federal workloads. Experienced in Cross Domain Solution (CDS) network integration, configuring secure data flows across classification boundaries. Skilled in implementing network security controls including NACLs, security groups, AWS Network Firewall, and Route 53 DNS architectures.

Familiarity with DoD network compliance requirements, boundary protection, and RMF network-related controls. Ability to support discovery, requirements gathering, and documentation of network designs for federal customers. Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Active TS/SCI clearance Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $180,000 to $250,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees.

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs. Gridiron IT Solutions is an

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status. Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies.

Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

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