Network Engineer

At Accenture Federal Services, we help the U.S. federal government strengthen and protect the nation while improving the lives of people. Our team of 13,000+ professionals works together to explore technology and ingenuity across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Job Description The Network Engineer will assist in the design, implementation, management, and optimization of network infrastructure within the program. The role supports efforts to ensure network reliability, performance, and security by working closely with IT teams and stakeholders to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with client IT policies and industry best practices. The Network Engineer also contributes to documentation, network assessments, and modernization initiatives. Responsibilities Assist in designing, implementing, managing, and optimizing network infrastructure. Support configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network equipment (e.g., Cisco, Juniper). Use network analysis tools such as Wireshark to identify and help resolve issues. Contribute to SDN (Software‑Defined Networking) architecture efforts and automated configuration activities. Assist with network assessments, documentation updates, and configuration baseline development. Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to support network policy development and ensure compliance with client IT standards. Help troubleshoot and resolve network incidents in coordination with senior engineers. Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and data security best practices. Manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining attention to detail. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of IT experience. 2 years experience with network hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls (Cisco, Juniper). Experience with network troubleshooting tools and processes. Preferred Qualifications Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent networking credentials. Eligibility Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen. Must possess an active Secret clearance. Compensation The base pay range for this position in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is $86,400—$176,200 USD. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, we are committed to providing veteran employment opportunities. Accommodation Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodations when needed. If you are hired and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Accenture Federal Services