Network Engineer

Network Engineer (Cisco | Zero Trust | NIST) Looking to make an impact in a secure, enterprise environment? Join a team focused on building resilient, secure network infrastructure using modern Zero Trust and NIST-aligned practices. Where? Hybrid role with remote flexibility; occasional on-site support in Washington, DC. Job Details Schedule: Full-time (after-hours/weekend work as needed) Active Security Clearance: Must be eligible for and successfully pass a Public Trust Tier 2 background check and fingerprinting Environment: Hybrid (occasional onsite work Greater DC area) Key Info: 24/7 operations, strict change control, security-driven environment Job Duties Engineer and support Cisco network infrastructure aligned with NIST standards Implement Zero Trust controls, segmentation, and secure access policies Manage network security (802.1X, SIEM logging, device hardening) Troubleshoot, monitor performance, and support incident response Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines Job Requirements 8+ years of IT/networking experience (6+ in engineering roles) Strong Cisco networking expertise (routing, switching, security) Experience with NIST frameworks and Zero Trust principles Background in secure environments with change control and compliance Professional-level certifications (Cisco or equivalent) required Active Security Clearance: Must be eligible for and successfully pass a Public Trust Tier 2 background check and fingerprinting process conducted through the U.S. Capitol Police #J-18808-Ljbffr Olik Global