Senior Network Engineer

Fairfax, Virginia

Secret

On-site only

IT Infrastructure & Network Engineering & Operations

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Network Engineer with an active Secret clearance, to provide Tier 3 support and engineering expertise for the design, testing, and implementation of the Next Generation Network for federal customer. This position is located in Merrifield, VA and is a fully onsite position.

Responsibilities

This position requires administering network (Cisco ACI), compute (Cisco UCS), and virtualization (VMware, UCS Director) environments, performing network diagnostics and analysis, troubleshooting production outages with service providers, terminating fiber and network cables, and independently designing, writing, and updating system documentation and network diagrams. Additional duties include providing operational support for data centers, managing network applications on client workstations, optimizing VPN and network performance, implementing server load balancing and WAN optimization, and securing network access.

Responsibilities:

• Provides Tier 3 support and engineering expertise for the design, testing, and implementation of the Next Generation Network across all DEA offices

• Installs, configures, and troubleshoots diverse network architectures and devices; manages and maintains SD-WAN, DMVPN, Layer 2/3, and wireless networks; and implements network security measures, including access control models and firewalls

• Supports classified and unclassified environments, ensuring operational continuity, security compliance, and high availability

• Acts as a technical escalation point for complex network incidents, outages, and performance issues

• Participates in architecture reviews, design sessions, and implementation planning

• Collaborates with Security, Cloud, Systems, and Application teams to ensure integrated solutions

• Supports global operations, including after-hours support and maintenance windows as required

• Develops and maintains engineering documentation, diagrams, and operational runbooks

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School with 10+ years of network engineering (or commensurate experience)

• 5+ years of experience with hands-on enterprise network experience

• Active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability

• Professional certification (e.g., CCNP, CCDP)

• Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting various network architectures

• Knowledge of the inner workings of the major network routing protocols, including dynamic routing

• Experience with a variety of firewalls

• Solid background in network administration and architecture

• Knowledge of building, developing, and maintaining SD-WAN environments

• Familiarity with access control models and network security

• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools

• Solid understanding of network operating systems (Aruba, Juniper, Cisco)

• Solid understanding of VPN

• Sharp troubleshooting skills

• Terminating fiber and network cables

• Ability to work independently

• Designing, writing, and updating both system documentation and network diagrams

Posted Salary Range

USD $170,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

• Camera must be on

• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process

• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)

• Verification of your highest level of education

• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Corporate Discounts

• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

• Referral Bonus Program

• Internal Mobility Program

• Pet Insurance

• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.