Network Engineer

Job Family:
Systems Engineering

Travel Required:
Up to 10%

Clearance Required:
Active Top Secret (TS)

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to support the design, implementation, security, and day-to-day operations of enterprise and cloud-connected networks within secure federal environments. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with Cisco-based routing and switching, firewalls, WAN/LAN architectures, and basic cloud networking in Azure or AWS.

This role supports mission-critical network operations and modernization efforts while working alongside senior engineers and architects to ensure secure, resilient, and high-performance network services.

What You Will Do

• Assist in the design, deployment, and maintenance of LAN/WAN, site-to-site VPN, and network infrastructure across on-premises and hybrid cloud environments.
• Configure and support routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, and load balancers in accordance with agency security requirements.
• Support Azure/AWS cloud networking tasks including VPC/VNET configuration, routing, security groups, and connectivity troubleshooting (with guidance from senior engineers).
• Monitor network health, performance, utilization, and uptime using enterprise monitoring tools; escalate issues as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mid-complexity network incidents related to routing, switching, firewalls, DNS, DHCP, and connectivity.
• Support network segmentation, Zero Trust-aligned access policies, and baseline security configurations.
• Assist senior engineers with modernization initiatives such as SD-WAN deployments, cloud migrations, and security hardening.
• Participate in the creation and maintenance of network documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and configuration baselines.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, federal cybersecurity standards, and change-management procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (security, cloud, server, application teams) to support mission needs.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's Degree or Additional FOUR (4) years' experience in Lieu of Degree
• U.S. Citizenship
• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance and ability to obtain SCI.
• Minimum of FOUR (4) years of experience in network engineering, network operations, or infrastructure support
• Hands-on experience with Cisco networking (IOS/NX-OS), routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLANs, and firewall fundamentals
• Experience supporting networks within secure or compliance-driven environments (Federal, DoD, or similar)
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts in Azure or AWS (VPC/VNETs, routing, VPNs, security groups, load balancers)
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to work independently or with senior guidance
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document configurations and procedures

Nice to Have Certifications

• CCNP (highly preferred)
• CCIE (ideal but not required)
• CASP+
• Cloud Networking Specialties (Azure Network Engineer Associate or AWS Advanced Networking Specialty)

Desired Additional Skills

• Experience with SD-WAN, next-gen firewalls, and network automation (Ansible, Python, Terraform)
• Familiarity with Zero-Trust architectures, segmentation strategies, and modern security practices
• Exposure to NIST 800-53, STIGs, RMF, or similar federal compliance frameworks
• Experience with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Splunk, Elastic, CloudWatch, or Azure Monitor
• Comfort working in multi-site or distributed network environments

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

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