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Network Engineer with Security Clearance
Thrive TechnologiesAndrews AFB, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 16 Jul 2026
Quick Overview
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Location: Joint Base Anacosta-Bolling (JBAB), Washington DC - 100% on site (with ad-hoc telework) Shift: Core hours: 6 am - 6 pm; Shift: 9 am - 5 pm (M-F); After hours support - Required (Duty phone will rotate between team members). Certifications required: Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Intermediate or Advanced) certificate (Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) /Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security)
Security Clearance Active DOD Secret clearance
Essential Job Functions Monitor data or infrastructure system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues.
Identify issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary.
Troubleshoot problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate.
Initiate resolution as appropriate for enterprise level routers and switches.
Interface with vendors to ensure appropriate resolution during network outages or periods of reduced performance.
Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed by management.
Maintain required security posture on all network equipment in accordance with DoD and local command mandates and requirements, including updates, STIGs, IOS upgrades, and other basic network security requirements.
Support special projects and day-to-day operations as needed or assigned by the site lead
Support on-call rotation schedule
Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5+ years of related experience, additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Currently possess an Active DoD Secret security clearance
Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Advanced) certificate (Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) /Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security)
Expert knowledge with LAN switching, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, Spanning Tree, and Layer 2 and 3 switching configurations.
Expert knowledge with Layer 3 routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, etc.) and best practices on implementation.
Expert knowledge with L1/L2 network troubleshooting (Unclassified and Classified
Expert knowledge of DoD network and application security hardening requirements
Experienced with programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting encryption devices at network points of presence including management via GEM-X or other DoD management tools.
Experienced with DoD COMSEC management processes and procedures
Preferred Qualifications Experienced with Cisco ISE and Cisco DNA
Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR
Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB)
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. MUST BE A US CITIZEN
Security Clearance Active DOD Secret clearance
Essential Job Functions Monitor data or infrastructure system networks for various messages, alarms, or issues.
Identify issues or problems and resolves as appropriate; escalates when necessary.
Troubleshoot problems using scripts and standard, routine procedures; escalates as appropriate.
Initiate resolution as appropriate for enterprise level routers and switches.
Interface with vendors to ensure appropriate resolution during network outages or periods of reduced performance.
Process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI's) as directed by management.
Maintain required security posture on all network equipment in accordance with DoD and local command mandates and requirements, including updates, STIGs, IOS upgrades, and other basic network security requirements.
Support special projects and day-to-day operations as needed or assigned by the site lead
Support on-call rotation schedule
Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5+ years of related experience, additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Currently possess an Active DoD Secret security clearance
Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Advanced) certificate (Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) /Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security)
Expert knowledge with LAN switching, including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, Spanning Tree, and Layer 2 and 3 switching configurations.
Expert knowledge with Layer 3 routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, etc.) and best practices on implementation.
Expert knowledge with L1/L2 network troubleshooting (Unclassified and Classified
Expert knowledge of DoD network and application security hardening requirements
Experienced with programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting encryption devices at network points of presence including management via GEM-X or other DoD management tools.
Experienced with DoD COMSEC management processes and procedures
Preferred Qualifications Experienced with Cisco ISE and Cisco DNA
Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR
Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB)
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. MUST BE A US CITIZEN
Skills
Encryption
iOS
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