Communications Network Engineer

ZP Group; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is looking for a Senior Communications Network Engineer to join their team in Norfolk, VA. This on-site position involves designing, administering, and troubleshooting enterprise network environments in support of federal defense operations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Cisco networking technologies, network performance optimization, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. A full benefits package is offered along with a competitive salary range of $90,000-95,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience administering & supporting enterprise network environments.
• Experience supporting network migrations, conversions, cutovers, & infrastructure upgrades.
• CCNA certification or equivalent OEM network support certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise LAN, BAN, and WAN network environments.
• Configure, monitor, and optimize Cisco network infrastructure including routers, switches, and related network devices.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute network upgrades, migrations, cutovers, and technology refresh initiatives.

Skills

Cisco networking technologies

Network performance optimization

Troubleshooting

Network administration

TCP/IP and routing protocols

Hands-on experience with LAN/WAN

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT, CS, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Cisco routers and switches

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Communications Network Engineer Senior to support a federal defense organization focused on enterprise collaboration, workflow automation, and mission‑critical business systems. This position is on‑site in Norfolk, VA. The Communications Network Engineer Senior will be responsible for designing, administering, troubleshooting, & maintaining enterprise network environments across LAN/BAN/WAN. This role supports large‑scale, integrated network environments & requires hands‑on expertise with Cisco networking technologies, network performance optimization, system migrations, & enterprise communications infrastructure supporting secure government operations.

Responsibilities of the Communications Network Engineer Senior include:

• Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise LAN, BAN, and WAN network environments supporting mission‑critical operations
• Configure, monitor, and optimize Cisco network infrastructure including routers, switches, and related network devices
• Analyze network performance, identify connectivity issues, and implement corrective actions to ensure system availability and reliability
• Support network integration efforts involving complex, large‑scale computer and communications systems
• Plan, coordinate, and execute network upgrades, migrations, cutovers, and technology refresh initiatives
• Coordinate with end users, system administrators, engineering teams, and remote sites to support network changes and operational requirements
• Perform network testing, validation, and troubleshooting during deployment and sustainment activities
• Monitor network health and performance utilizing enterprise management and diagnostic tools
• Implement network configurations in accordance with DoD security requirements and operational standards
• Support incident response and outage resolution efforts across geographically dispersed environments
• Maintain detailed network diagrams, configurations, technical documentation, and change management records
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and compliant network operations

Qualifications of the Communications Network Engineer Senior include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT, CS, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience administering & supporting enterprise network environments
• Hands‑on experience supporting LAN/WAN & large‑scale integrated network infrastructures
• Strong experience configuring & troubleshooting Cisco networking equipment including routers & switches
• Experience performing network performance analysis, diagnostics, & problem resolution
• Experience supporting network migrations, conversions, cutovers, & infrastructure upgrades
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols, switching technologies, VLANs, & network architecture principles
• CCNA certification or equivalent OEM network support certification
• IATII certification
• Active Secret Clearance

Compensation for the SharePoint / Power Platform Developer include:

• Salary Range: $90,000-95,000 depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick leave as required by law