Network Engineer

Lentech, Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 182,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Lentech, Inc. in Maryland seeks a senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and secure scalable networks at Fort Meade.

You will install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and related software, and lead upgrades and new layouts. The role requires active TS.SCI with FSP from MD, CI/FS polygraph within 6 years, 12+ years in similar programs, and at least 3 years as a Network Engineer in the last 3 years, plus CCNA/CCNP and Security+ certifications and DoD 8570.01‑M IAT III

Qualifications

• Active and current TS.SCI w FSP from MD.
• CI/FS polygraph dates are within the last 6 years.
• Twelve (12) years’ experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Minimum of 3 years as a Network Engineer (within the last 3 years).
• Proficient with Linux.
• CCNA or CCNP certification.
• Security+ certification.
• Certifications: DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III baseline certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform Network Engineering tasks and functions.
• Develop, plan, and implement scalable network solutions, new network layouts, and upgrades.
• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and software.
• Implement and manage network security measures, including firewall rules, access controls, and security protocols to protect data.
• Resolve network issues.
• Monitor network health, analyze traffic patterns, and improve visibility through metrics and alerting.
• Create and maintain network documentation, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Linux proficiency

CCNA/CCNP certification

Security+ certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III baseline certification

Tools

Juniper/Cisco routers and switches

Palo Alto firewalls

Dell/HPE Linux servers

Ansible

Job description

• Perform Network Engineering tasks and functions
• Develop, plan, and implement scalable network solutions, new network layouts, and upgrades
• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and software
• Implement and manage network security measures, including firewall rules, access controls, and security protocols to protect data
• Resolve network issues
• Monitor network health, analyze traffic patterns, and improve visibility through metrics and alerting
• Create and maintain network documentation, policies, and procedures

Description

• Perform Network Engineering tasks and functions
• Develop, plan, and implement scalable network solutions, new network layouts, and upgrades
• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and software
• Implement and manage network security measures, including firewall rules, access controls, and security protocols to protect data
• Resolve network issues
• Monitor network health, analyze traffic patterns, and improve visibility through metrics and alerting
• Create and maintain network documentation, policies, and procedures

Required

• Active and current TS.SCI w FSP from MD
• CI/FS polygraph dates are within the last 6 years
• Twelve (12) years’ experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required
• Minimum of 3 years as a Network Engineer (within the last 3 years)
• Proficient with Linux.
• CCNA or CCNP certification.
• Security+ certification.

Desired

• Should have working knowledge, able to use and or support, with some (preferably most) of the following resources and tools
• Juniper and Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls
• Palo Alto firewalls
• Dell and HPE Linux servers
• Experience with patching and upgrading Linux servers and networking resources
• Ansible

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required
• Four (4) years of additional network engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
• Certifications: An IAT level III baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M is required

Salary range:
$181,898.00 $190,260.00