DoD Network Systems Engineer – IAT II Clearance

Innovatus Technology Consulting; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovatus Technology Consulting in Dahlgren, VA seeks a Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure in a secure government environment. You will work on LAN/WAN architectures using Cisco and Juniper devices, TCP/IP, and VoIP, delivering robust, scalable networks.

The role requires DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliance and eligibility for a T5 clearance; US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in the design and implementation of LAN/WAN environments.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, including routers and switches.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, VoIP technologies, firewalls, fiber optics, and cable plant design.
• Must be designated as DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliant at time of hire.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a T5 investigation/clearance (Top Secret eligibility).
• U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility at this location.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) solutions in corporate and government environments.
• Configure, deploy, and maintain Cisco and Juniper routers, switches, and related network devices.
• Design and support TCP/IP-based networks, including addressing, routing, and protocol optimization.
• Plan and implement VoIP solutions and related voice infrastructure.
• Design and oversee fiber optic cabling, cable plant layouts, and physical infrastructure installations.
• Configure and manage firewalls and network security controls to support secure communications.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues, perform capacity planning, and recommend architecture improvements.
• Develop network documentation, diagrams, and procedures to support ongoing operations and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet operational, performance, and security requirements.

Skills

LAN/WAN design

TCP/IP networking

VoIP technologies

Network security

IAT Level II

Tools

Cisco equipment

Juniper equipment

Firewalls

Fiber optics

Job description

Innovatus Technology Consulting in Dahlgren, VA seeks a Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure in a secure government environment. You will work on LAN/WAN architectures using Cisco and Juniper devices, TCP/IP, and VoIP, delivering robust, scalable networks.

The role requires DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliance and eligibility for a T5 clearance; US citizenship is required.