Network Engineer

Job ID: VA-802036 (96190525) Onsite/Local Govt Network Engineer (CCNA/CCNP/15+) with Routing/switching/firewalls, VLAN/LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, VPN/Wireless Admin, SIEM, Cisco ASA/NGFW, QoS, BGP, IDS/IPS, NIST, Azure, Zero Trust experience Location: Richmond, VA (OAG) Duration: 6 Months Local Candidates strongly preferred Overall Skill Set: Routing and switching Required 5 Years TCP/IP networking Required 5 Years VLAN configuration Required 3 Years VPN administration Required 3 Years Firewall administration Required 4 Years Wireless networking administration Required 3 Years Network troubleshooting Required 5 Years LAN/WAN support Required 4 Years SD-WAN support Required 2 Years Network monitoring tools Required 3 Years... Multi-site enterprise experience Desired 3 Years Network Engineer supporting hybrid infrastructure. Manages routing, switching, firewalls, VPN, SD-WAN, and network security; supports monitoring, troubleshooting, resiliency, and secure connectivity. Position Overview The Virginia Office of the Attorney General (OAG) seeks a Network Engineer to support and maintain a secure, stable, and high-performing enterprise network environment. This role is responsible for administering and troubleshooting core networking infrastructure across multiple office locations, data centers, and remote access environments. Key Responsibilities Network Infrastructure Administration Administer enterprise routing and switching infrastructure Configure and maintain LAN, WAN, wireless, and remote access environments Support hybrid MPLS and SD-WAN connectivity across multiple locations Maintain network availability, resiliency, and performance Firewall & Secure Connectivity Management Administer firewalls, VPN solutions, and secure remote connectivity Implement and maintain network segmentation and access controls Support secure connectivity for cloud and hybrid environments Coordinate firewall rule changes and network security updates Monitoring & Troubleshooting Monitor network health, utilization, and performance Respond to outages, connectivity issues, and infrastructure incidents Perform network troubleshooting across routing, switching, wireless, and VPN environments Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions Security & Compliance Support Support implementation of network security controls and standards Collaborate with the Information Security Office on vulnerability remediation and risk reduction Assist with logging, monitoring, and audit activities Support secure configuration and hardening practices Change Management & Operations Execute network changes through defined change management processes Validate planned changes and maintain rollback procedures Participate in maintenance windows and operational planning Maintain network documentation and diagrams Vendor & Carrier Coordination Coordinate with telecommunications providers and vendors Support circuit provisioning, troubleshooting, and escalations Assist with hardware lifecycle and support renewals Cross-Team Collaboration Partner with Systems Administration on infrastructure dependencies Coordinate with End User Services regarding user-impacting network issues Support Application/Data teams with connectivity and performance needs Communicate operational risks and system impacts to leadership Required Qualifications Experience administering enterprise network environments Strong knowledge of routing and switching concepts Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and secure remote access Experience troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues Familiarity with wireless networking technologies Understanding of structured operational and change management processes Preferred Qualifications Experience with Cisco networking technologies Experience with SD-WAN and hybrid network environments Experience in government or regulated environments Familiarity with network monitoring and logging tools Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST Relevant certifications such as CCNA or CCNP Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple operational priorities Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to work collaboratively across technical teams Focus on reliability, security, and operational consistency Working Conditions Office-based environment Occasional after-hours support for maintenance or incident response Limited travel between office locations may be required Additional Information This position supports the agency's core network infrastructure and plays a critical role in ensuring secure and reliable connectivity for agency operations. The Network Engineer operates within established governance and operational processes to support stability, resiliency, and risk reduction across the enterprise environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr InnoSoul, Inc.