Network Engineer

Role: Network Engineer (Wireless)
Location: Norfolk, VA (100% Onsite)
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS/SCI eligible)
Salary: $83,000 annually

Summary

We are seeking a Network Engineer (Wireless) to support a large-scale government IT environment focused on mission-critical operations. This role supports enterprise network infrastructure that enables operational readiness, secure communications, and reliable IT services across a complex organization.

The Network Engineer will be responsible for installing, managing, securing, and troubleshooting wired and wireless network systems in a highly regulated environment, ensuring compliance with government security standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, troubleshoot, monitor, and maintain network systems including switches, routers, wireless access points, firewalls, and network appliances
  
• Implement and maintain DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) for network compliance
  
• Evaluate and respond to network incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
  
• Support approved change management processes
  
• Design, implement, and manage complex enterprise networks (routing, switching, and wireless)
  
• Monitor and analyze network activity using SIEM tools to identify and resolve events
  
• Implement and manage enterprise security protocols and policies
  
• Work with government and internal technical teams to support project objectives and resolve issues
  

Technical Expertise

Networking & Architecture

• Advanced routing protocols: EIGRP, OSPF
  
• Switching technologies
  
• Software-Defined Networking: SD-Access, SD-WAN
  
• LAN/WAN planning, design, and implementation
  

Hardware

• Cisco Nexus 7000/9000 series
  
• Cisco Catalyst series
  
• Cisco routers (4551, 8500)
  
• Cisco Wireless Access Points (9000 series)
  
• Aruba Wireless Access Points (AP275, AP375, AP515)
  

Software & Tools

• Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC)
  
• Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
  
• Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center)
  
• SolarWinds
  
• Splunk
  
• Aruba Wireless LAN Controller
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in an IT-related discipline and a minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience with Cisco enterprise networks
  OR
  
• 7+ years of relevant experience in enterprise wired and wireless networking in lieu of a degree
  

Required Certifications

• Active CompTIA Security+ CE (or higher)
  
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) - Enterprise Core or Wireless
  

Security Clearance

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance required