Network Engineer

Job Description Job Description Computer Technologies Consultants (CTC) is seeking a Network Engineer to support the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) in Washington, DC. With offices in Washington DC and San Diego, CA, CTC is a leading technology company providing lifecycle IT, data analytics, cloud managed hosting services, agile software development, DevOps, Test Automation, Cyber Security, and infrastructure solutions. Additionally, we provide Professional Talent Acquisition Services as we proudly support the unique needs of U.S. Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Civilian agencies as well as Fortune 1000 companies. Got the Government Contractor Blues? Looking for a company that cares and goes beyond just filling another contract billet? Well look no further! Experience this family-oriented company who takes pride in you and will help you grow where your passions lie. Holding many Defense & Federal government contracts around the globe, with our client you have the opportunity to take on new and evolving challenges, aim beyond what you think you are capable of and work in collaborative, dynamic, and high-tempo environments. Our clients’ employees are their most valued asset and they invest in their people because they are in it for the long term. They are committed to your success and well-being and offer competitive benefits packages, salaries, bonus/award programs, and a high potential for professional growth and job opportunities world-wide. Why Should You Be Interested ? Direct hire full-time position Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits Mid-size company with room for growth Position Title : Network Engineer Position Location : Washington, DC . Daily Responsibilities: Implement and maintain network security controls aligned with NIST SP 800-53, including access control (AC), configuration management (CM), system and communications protection (SC), and audit and accountability (AU) control families. Enforce Zero Trust network architecture principles in accordance with NIST SP 800-207, including network segmentation, micro-segmentation, and continuous verification of users and devices. Design and implement least-privilege network access controls, ensuring role-based and identity- aware access across all network layers. Manage 802.1X port-based network access control to prevent unauthorized device connectivity and enforce authentication at the network edge. Configure/maintain centralized logging and audit capabilities for all network devices, ensuring logs are forwarded to SIEM platforms and retained in accordance with compliance requirements. Conduct continuous monitoring and vulnerability assessments of network infrastructure, identifying risks and coordinating remediation in alignment with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) practices. Harden all network devices using secure configuration baselines (e.g., Cisco Secure Configuration Guides), including disabling unnecessary services, enforcing strong encryption protocols, and securing management interfaces. Secure public-facing and perimeter network assets by implementing strict ingress/egress filtering, firewall rule optimization, and multi-factor authentication for administrative access. Support incident response activities by providing network-level analysis, containment actions (e.g., segmentation, blocking malicious traffic), and forensic data collection. Establish and maintain secure network segmentation strategies to limit lateral movement and protect high-value assets and sensitive environments. Ensure all network changes follow formal change control processes with security impact analysis, supporting compliance with NIST configuration management requirements. Develop, implement, and maintain Network SOPs; review and update all SOPs on at least an annual basis or as required to reflect changes in technology, policy, or security requirements Required Years of Experience (min) : Five years relevant experience Required Degree/Certifications : Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Required Experience & Expertise in the following areas : Experience supporting Cisco-based enterprise network infrastructure across core, distribution, access, and edge environments, including routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, DNS/DHCP, firewall management, and performance optimization. Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-207 concepts to network security controls, Zero Trust Architecture, segmentation, micro-segmentation, least-privilege access, identity-aware networking, and 802.1X network access control. Knowledge of vulnerability management, secure device hardening, RMF-aligned remediation, compliance monitoring, risk mitigation, and security assessment support. Experience supporting network security operations, including centralized logging, SIEM integration, continuous monitoring, incident response, forensic support, root cause analysis, and remediation. Experience maintaining secure network environments through configuration management, patch and firmware management, change control, secure configuration baselines, and operational continuity practices. Ability to maintain network documentation, including SOPs, configuration baselines, asset inventories, network diagrams, and technical procedures, and serve as a technical adviser for complicated service desk tickets and network modifications. Required Clearance : Public Trust Tier 2 clearance level and background check. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: TBD Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Computer Technologies Consultants, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides employment opportunities for all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or sensory differing abilities, protected veteran status, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Computer Technologies Consultants, Inc. is devoted to diversity, equity, and inclusion.