Network Architect

Emergent Technologies Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

A mission-driven technology firm is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support key government programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in enterprise network design, cloud integration, and automation. Responsibilities include managing sophisticated network architectures, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring performance and security across hybrid environments. Join us to contribute to mission-critical national security programs with a technically elite team in a veteran-owned, people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 11 years of relevant professional experience in network engineering.
• Proven track record in large-scale network design and optimization.
• Certifications (CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex network architectures across enterprise and cloud environments.
• Configure and manage routing and switching protocols.
• Deploy and maintain MPLS networks and SD-WAN solutions.
• Collaborate with technical teams on network design documents.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Automate network operations using modern scripting tools.
• Ensure designs meet performance, security, and scalability requirements.

Skills

Network architecture

Routing and switching protocols

Cloud networking

Network automation practices

Software-defined networking

Technical documentation

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

EIGRP

BGP

ISIS

STP

LACP

VTP

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Emergent Technologies Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join a mission-focused program supporting a key government customer. This position is ideal for a self-driven, detail-oriented professional with deep knowledge in enterprise network design, implementation, automation, and cloud integration.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Location: Herndon, VA (On-site)
Company: Emergent Technologies Inc. POS- 053

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex network architectures across enterprise and cloud environments.
• Configure and manage routing and switching protocols including EIGRP, BGP, ISIS, STP, LACP, and VTP.
• Deploy and maintain MPLS networks and Software-Defined Networking (SD-WAN) solutions.
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop and present network design documents and implementation plans.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across projects.
• Automate network operations and provisioning using modern scripting and automation tools.
• Ensure designs meet performance, security, and scalability requirements in hybrid environments (on-prem and cloud).

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (preferred)
• Minimum of 11 years of relevant professional experience in network engineering

Deep understanding of:

• Network architecture, routing, and switching technologies
• Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Network automation practices
• Software-defined networking (SD-WAN)

• Ability to independently learn and implement emerging technologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and design briefings
• Experience creating and delivering technical documentation, including network designs and implementation plans

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record in large-scale network design and optimization
• Experience supporting enterprise-grade environments or government infrastructure
• Comfortable resolving complex network issues under pressure
• Certifications (CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent) a plus
• Demonstrated ability to continuously learn and apply new technologies

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to mission-critical national security programs
• Collaborate with a high-performing, technically elite team
• Work on modern infrastructure with advanced automation and cloud integration

Veteran-owned company with strong values and a people-first culture