CLEARED Tier 3 Network Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a CLEARED Tier 3 Network Engineer for an onsite Washington, DC role supporting a large DoD/DOE program. This full-time position requires an active TS clearance and strong routing/switching expertise.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining LAN/WAN infrastructure, configuring BGP/OSPF/EIGRP, and evaluating F5 load balancers. IAT II certification is required or preferred. Washington, DC onsite with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Network Engineer.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• Experience with routing/switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
• F5 load balancers experience preferred.
• IAT Level II certification (such as Security+)

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and optimize LAN and WAN infrastructure, including routers, switches, VPN appliances, load balancers, and security devices.
• Monitor and analyze network performance using network management tools, troubleshooting network issues, and optimizing performance.
• Provide design recommendations, technical feedback, and support during engineering meetings to contribute to the planning and execution of network projects.
• Manage data center network infrastructure, assist with storage and virtualization systems, and collaborate with relevant teams on infrastructure expansion and improvements.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in communications.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

EIGRP

Education

IAT Level II certification

Tools

F5 load balancers

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is looking for aCLEARED Tier 3 Network Engineer to join a large DOD and DOE program. This is onsite in Washington DC and is a full-time position.

Essential Duties of the CLEARED Tier 3 Network Engineer:

• Install, configure, maintain, and optimize LAN and WAN infrastructure, including routers, switches, VPN appliances, load balancers, and security devices.
• Monitor and analyze network performance using network management tools, troubleshooting network issues, and optimizing performance based on industry best practices.
• Provide design recommendations, technical feedback, and support during engineering meetings to contribute to the planning and execution of network projects.
• Manage data center network infrastructure, assist with storage and virtualization systems, and collaborate with relevant teams on infrastructure expansion and improvements.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in communications,

Qualifications of the CLEARED Tier 3 Network Engineer:

• 4+ years of experience as a Network Engineer.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret clearance.
• Experience with routing/switching protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP.
• Experience with F5 load balancers is preferred.
• IAT Level II certification (such as Security+)

Compensation for the CLEARED Tier 3 Network Engineer:

• $140,000 - $180,000 (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefit package; Cigna Medical,Cigna Dental, Vision, 401k w/ ADP, PTO, paid holidays, Sick Leave as required by law,paid holidays

This job opens for applications on 7/10/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.