Network Engineer V

Job Title: Network Engineer V
Location: Woodlawn, MD / Baltimore, MD (Hybrid Onsite Required)
Position Type: Contract

STAFFXPERT LLC is seeking a Network Engineer V on behalf of our client in Woodlawn, MD / Baltimore, MD. This senior-level role is responsible for leading enterprise network architecture, design, and cybersecurity engineering initiatives across a large, distributed environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities to drive network modernization, performance optimization, and secure infrastructure solutions.

• Lead network architecture, engineering, and design efforts for enterprise and data center environments
• Provide technical analysis and develop efficient solutions for complex network and cybersecurity challenges
• Evaluate, validate, and optimize enterprise network designs, systems, and software for performance and security risks
• Develop implementation strategies and execution plans for large-scale network rollouts and upgrades
• Design and maintain unified network architecture, including detailed schematics and specifications
• Configure and manage enterprise networking technologies, including VPN, NAC, Cisco ISE, Cisco Nexus, and Cisco ASR
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify and mitigate risks and throughput issues
• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for network monitoring and performance management
• Collaborate with internal teams, stakeholders, and third-party vendors for network operations and maintenance
• Provide advanced (Tier 3) troubleshooting and support for complex network issues
• Identify opportunities to enhance network performance, scalability, and reliability using industry best practices
• Mentor team members and provide technical leadership and guidance
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Bachelor's degree with 14+ years of experience, Master's degree with 12+ years, PhD with 9+ years, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience engineering complex enterprise network systems
• CCIE certification (or equivalent expert-level Cisco certification) required
• Additional advanced certification such as CCIE or CCDE required
• Extensive knowledge of LAN technologies, including Ethernet, 802.1x, wireless LAN, and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
• Strong expertise in enterprise network architecture, design, and implementation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

• CCIE certification in the Security domain
• Hands-on experience with Cisco NX-OS, Cisco ISE, and SD-WAN
• Strong experience working with Cisco-based enterprise networks
• Knowledge of WAN technologies and routing protocols
• Experience with SAN (Storage Area Network) and data center networking
• Understanding of network connectivity for physical and virtualized environments
• Experience with public and private cloud networking solutions
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience working in federal, government, or large-scale enterprise environments