Federal Network Engineer

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

LAN
WAN
WLAN
Enterprise Networks
Wireless Communication
VoIP
Computer Hardware
Firmware
Microsoft Visio
Microsoft Excel
System Testing
Network Engineering
Cisco Certifications
Regulatory Compliance
Security Clearance
TCP/IP
Routing Protocols
OSPF
Border Gateway Protocol
QoS
Network
Routers
Switches
Firewall
Cisco
Aruba
Fortinet
Computer Networking
Management
Managed Services
Collaboration
Partnership
Value Engineering
Effective Communication
Law

Job Details

Federal Network Engineer
San Diego, CA
Direct Hire
$100,000-$140,000k year

Immediate hire for a Network Engineer with experience working in a Federal environment. Will design, implement, and maintain complex network systems for both company and federal clients. This role requires expertise in LAN/WAN/WLAN environments, a deep understanding of Aruba networking technologies, and hands-on federal experience. Candidate will hold an active or renewable security clearance and be open to 70% travel. Maintain, troubleshoot, and support enterprise network systems, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless systems, and VoIP . Install, configure, and upgrade network hardware and firmware, including Aruba wireless controllers and access points . Document all work actions per company and client standards using tools such as Microsoft Visio and Excel . Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and third-party service providers to resolve complex technical issues . Perform systems testing and troubleshooting across diverse networking systems . Provide 24/7 support for critical systems, with potential for night, weekend, or on-call shifts.

Requirements:
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on network engineering experience
  • CCNP certification MUST have
  • Strong working knowledge of Aruba wireless solutions (controllers, access points, switches)
  • Experience in federal environments and knowledge of federal requirements/compliance
  • Must have Active or renewable security clearance
  • Willingness to travel up to 70%
  • Deep understanding of TCP/IP protocols , routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), and Quality of Service (QoS)
  • Proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting network technologies such as routers, switches, and firewalls
  • Federal experience, including working within secure and compliant environments
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple projects independently
Bonus Skills:
  • Additional certifications in Cisco or Aruba products
  • Experience with Fortinet networking products


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