Network Engineer

Set Of X; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Technology Refresh

Training and Certification Budget

Stock Plan

Flex Leave

Job summary

Set of X in Fort Meade, MD is seeking network engineers with an active TS/SCI clearance. This role emphasizes ownership, teamwork, and delivering high‑quality network services for government clients in a fast‑paced environment with strict deadlines.

You will support virtual and classroom network infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, implement STIG guidance, and harden systems. Required: CCNA, Cisco hardware, TCP/IP, Linux and Windows, packet capture, monitoring tools, and VMware VSphere/VCenter

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 8+ years network systems engineering experience required.
• CCNA certification required at minimum.
• Familiarity with packet capture and network analysis tools.
• Knowledge of monitoring solutions and VMWare/VSphere/VCenter strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support virtual learning network infrastructure to meet course requirements.
• Support classroom network infrastructure to meet course requirements.
• Troubleshoot network issues and recommend modifications to optimize performance while following security policies.
• Implement STIG guidance, hardening and maintaining network systems.

Skills

Networking basics

TCP/IP

Linux

Windows Servers

Cisco hardware

Packet capture

Monitoring tools

Security concepts

Teamwork

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

CCNA certification

Tools

VMware/VSphere/VCenter

Packet analysis tools

Monitoring solutions

Confluence/Jira/Bitbucket

Job description

All positions require an active clearance.

WE ARE HIRING OWNERS

Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around.With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership

Because who you work with matters

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The work environment is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures. The nature of the work requires a high degree of teamwork and cooperation with other members of the staff as well as individuals across the Company and Customers.

Responsibilities

• Support of virtual learning network infrastructure sufficient to meet special requirements for each course.
• Support of classroom network infrastructure sufficient to meet special requirements of each classroom course.
• Troubleshooting of network issues and recommendation of network modification to optimize performance while adhering to all relevant security policies.
• Implementing STIG guidance, hardening and maintaining network systems.

Required Skills

• Experience with networking technologies such as routers, switches, encryption, and firewalls.
• Experience with TCP/IP networking, networking architecture, computer and operating systems.
• A working knowledge of both Linux platforms.
• A working knowledge of Windows and Windows Servers.
• Experience with Cisco hardware and operating systems.
• Certification required, at a minimum, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Experience with packet capture and network analysis tools is required.
• Experience with monitoring solutions and datacenter operations required.

Desired Skills

• Experience with network security principles, threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with Palo Alto hardware and operating systems.
• Experience with VMWare, VSphere, and VCenter virtualization tool.
• Understanding of Software Defined Networking & Micro-segmentation
• Understanding of VXLAN and logical networking concepts.
• Experience with Atlassian Tools (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, etc.).
• Knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g. Python, Perl).
• Awareness of data center operations and network-based server systems.
• Ability to work flex and overtime hours with some weekend hours expected.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and completely; analytical problem-solving skills; adept at root-cause analysis and mitigation.
• Effective communication, writing, documentation, and requirements gatherings skills are needed to be effective in this role for working with other members of the Team and with the Customer to meet the requirements of the program.
• Proven ability to work independently while being conscious of how your work interacts with that of others.
• Possess drive, enthusiasm, and attention to detail.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field is preferred. Eight (8) years progressively responsible network systems engineering experience is required. Certification required, at a minimum, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA). Familiarity with packet capture and network analysis tools is required. Knowledge of monitoring solutions required. VMWare, VSphere, and VCenter experience is strongly desired. Four (4) years of experience can be substituted for a degree for total of twelve (12) years of experience.

Clearance

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Total Compensation Package

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.
• Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don’t need new tech.
• Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free.

For a full overview of our benefits, please visit ourbenefitstab.

Salary Range: $130,000 - $220,000

Additional Perks and Benefits

• Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant—let's build the future together.
• Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!
• Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.
• Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh—whatever suits you best!
• Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company’s success with an end-of-year cash bonus.
• Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.