Network Engineer

BCMC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401k with match

FSA benefits

Holidays and leave

Job summary

BCMC is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and support the lab network infrastructure for a U.S. Government customer, focusing on incident response and secure connectivity.

The role requires DoD clearance, Linux/MacOS expertise, VPNs, Citrix/VDI, and hands-on experience with routers, switches, and firewalls; collaboration across locations is essential.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and active clearance.
• DoD 8140 IAT Level II preferred.
• 7+ years in network administration/engineering.
• Experience with Linux/Unix and MacOS.
• Experience with routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement infrastructure solutions for mission execution.
• Support lab environments and SOPs; refine policies.
• Assess network topology and recommend security best practices.
• Provide VPN/VDI support (Citrix, VMware) for end users.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

DoD Secret clearance

DHS suitability

5+ years experience

Linux/macOS

Routers & Firewalls

VPNs

VDI (Citrix/VMware)

Cross-location teamwork

Education

BS in Computer Science/Engineering or related

HS Diploma + 7+ years experience

Tools

Citrix

VMware

Cisco devices

Job description

BCMC is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide support for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize of the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services. We are seeking a motivated Network Engineer to implement, maintain and support the lab network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Leverage advanced analytical and technical skills to design and implement infrastructure solutions that enhance mission execution and support command decision-making.
• Support the integration of new technologies and equipment within lab environments, including development and refinement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies.
• Assess network topology and device configurations, identify critical security vulnerabilities, and recommend security best practices.
• Provide user support for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) such as Citrix, as well as MacOS and iOS platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve a broad range of technical issues, from basic to complex network problems
• Implement granular access controls, monitor system performance and accessibility, establish and maintain backup protocols, and ensure system security.
• Diagnose and resolve complex enterprise storage issues across local and wide area networks, including replication strategy support and remediation of storage-related incidents.
• Design, build, and maintain robust network environments by configuring routers, switches, and firewalls, as well as updating network devices and performing IP address audits.
• Ensure optimal network performance by troubleshooting issues, enforcing system standards, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize infrastructure.
• Secure network systems through policy enforcement, access controls, and continuous monitoring.

Required Skills

• U.S. Citizenship
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance, TS/SCI clearance is preferred
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
• 5+ years of directly relevant experience in network administration
• Proficiency with multiple operating systems, including Linux/Unix and MacOS
• Strong knowledge and experience with routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs
• Experience and knowledge of networking and network administration
• Skilled in working with virtual desktop environments (Citrix, VMware)
• Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco switches
• Experience with converged infrastructure solutions (e.g., FlexPod) and NetApp storage systems
• Proficiency with Cisco Intersight, vCenter, and virtualization automation/optimization
• Strong documentation skills for technical procedures and SOPs
• Capable of creating and maintaining network diagrams
• Demonstrated experience in network design, implementation, and performance tuning
• Project management capabilities and excellent time-management skills
• Expertise in hardening network devices and infrastructure for enhanced security

Required Education

BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma and 7+ years network administration, network engineering or systems administration experience.

Desired Certifications

• DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II
• Network+
• CCNA

Our Company Overview

Business Computers Management Consulting Group, LLC (BCMC) is a small business specializing in Information Technology (IT), Cybersecurity, Information Assurance (IA), SOA, Big Data Management, Program Management, and more for Federal, State, and Local agencies. We possess highly skilled engineers, providing innovative solutions backed by strong past performances. We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, 20000:2018, and CMMI L3 certified and registered promising highest quality and services to all of our clients.

Benefits

• Extremely competitive salary
• 95% employer paid for employee medical, dental, & vision coverages
• 100% employer paid for employee life, STD & LTD disability coverages
• 401k with company match and profit sharing
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent & health care
• 11standard holidays & 3 weeks of annual leave

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