Network Engineer

Chantilly, VA, US • Posted 18 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
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Skills

  • Enterprise Networks
  • Routing
  • FOCUS
  • High Availability
  • LAN
  • WAN
  • Routers
  • Switches
  • Access Control
  • Collaboration
  • Cloud Computing
  • Documentation
  • Standard Operating Procedure
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering
  • Network Engineering
  • Network Administration
  • Computer Networking
  • TCP/IP
  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • VLAN
  • Routing Protocols
  • OSPF
  • Border Gateway Protocol
  • Network
  • Computer Hardware
  • Cisco
  • Juniper
  • Arista
  • Management
  • Firewall
  • Palo Alto
  • Fortinet
  • ASA
  • Cisco PIX
  • Virtual Private Network
  • IPsec
  • SSL VPN
  • Network Monitoring
  • SolarWinds
  • Wireshark
  • Network Security
  • Linux
  • Unix
  • Scripting
  • Python
  • Bash

Summary

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with at least 5 years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in routing, switching, network security, and troubleshooting, with a focus on ensuring high availability, performance, and security across the organization's network environment.

What will you do?

  • Design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN network infrastructure
  • Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
  • Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity; identify and resolve issues proactively
  • Troubleshoot network outages and performance bottlenecks across multiple environments
  • Implement and maintain network security controls, including firewalls, VPNs, and access controls
  • Support network upgrades, patches, and infrastructure improvements
  • Collaborate with systems, cloud, and security teams to support business and technical requirements
  • Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry best practices

Do you have what it takes?

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in network engineering or network administration
  • Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP)
  • Hands-on experience with network hardware (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Arista)
  • Experience configuring and managing firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA)
  • Familiarity with VPN technologies (IPSec, SSL VPN)
  • Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark)
  • Strong understanding of network security principles
  • Proficiency with Linux/Unix systems and basic scripting (Python, Bash)
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: RTL806649
  • Position Id: d7fbcc2e9dd73cdf5ffa626d14ffc049
  • Posted 18 hours ago
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