Network Engineer CCNP with Security Clearance

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and deployment of all networking components associated with rack and stack infrastructure builds, including core, distribution, and access layer switching
• Architect and implement routing solutions across complex, multi-site environments using OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP
• Configure and manage Cisco switching infrastructure including VLANs, spanning tree, port channels, and QoS policies
• Integrate network infrastructure with VMware NSX and virtualized environments in coordination with the infrastructure engineering team
• Design and enforce network segmentation strategies to meet DISA STIG and RMF compliance requirements
• Serve as the primary network subject matter expert, providing technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers and technicians
• Support ATO processes by producing and maintaining network architecture documentation, data flow diagrams, and configuration baselines
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across switching, routing, and security layers
• Evaluate and recommend network technologies and solutions aligned with program requirements and government standards
• Maintain accurate and current network documentation including topology diagrams, IP address management, and change records

What You Bring
-8–10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering with demonstrated depth across routing, switching, and network security

• Active Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification required; CCIE a strong plus
• Extensive experience with Cisco enterprise networking platforms including Catalyst, Nexus, and ASR product families
• Strong working knowledge of routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP in complex multi-site environments
• Experience designing and deploying network infrastructure as part of rack and stack build programs
• Familiarity with network virtualization concepts and integration with VMware NSX environments
• Working knowledge of DISA STIGs, NIST 800-53, and RMF as applied to network infrastructure
• Active Top Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting classified programs in a DoD, IC, or cleared defense contractor environment
• Experience with network automation and scripting tools such as Ansible, Python, or Cisco DNA Center
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, network access control (NAC), or zero trust network architecture concepts
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III certification (Security+, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent)