Network Engineer

Insight Xcite; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Unlimited PTO

Salary reviews

401(k) with vesting

Wellness benefit

Referral bonus

Career development

Impactful missions

Additional programs

Job summary

Insight Xcite is seeking a Network Engineer to support secure, mission-critical enterprise and operational environments within the Intelligence Community. This role involves designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining complex network infrastructures supporting high-priority customer missions.

The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise, experience working in high-security environments, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex network challenges.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) is required.
• Minimum 6 years of network engineering or enterprise infrastructure experience.
• Experience with enterprise routing and switching technologies.
• Experience supporting secure or mission-critical network environments.
• Knowledge of Cisco and/or Juniper technologies.
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security principles.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, and enterprise network architecture.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure enterprise network environments.
• Support routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and modernization efforts.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network performance, connectivity, and security issues.
• Support secure communications and operational network environments.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, cybersecurity teams, and operational personnel.
• Maintain and update network configurations, documentation, and diagrams.
• Support infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and sustainment activities.
• Ensure compliance with security and operational requirements.

Skills

TS/SCI with FSP

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Security principles

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Firewalls

VPNs

TCP/IP

Job description

About this position

About Insight Xcite

Insight Xcite is a mission-focused consulting firm supporting critical government programs through data-driven engineering, technology, cybersecurity, analytics, and operational expertise. We partner with customers across the national security community to deliver innovative solutions in highly secure, fast-paced environments.

Our teams are composed of experienced professionals who thrive on collaboration, accountability, and supporting mission success. We value technical excellence, integrity, and employees who are committed to solving complex challenges and making an impact.

Clearance Requirement

Due to the nature of our work, Insight Xcite does not sponsor or process security clearances at this time.

Applicants must currently possess an active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph (FSP) to be considered for employment.

Please do not apply if you do not currently hold this level of clearance.

Work Location Requirement

All Insight Xcite positions are onsite. We do not offer remote or hybrid opportunities.

Applicants must be willing and able to work in person at the designated customer location.

What We Offer

At Insight Xcite, we believe exceptional employees deserve meaningful support, competitive compensation, and benefits that make a real difference. We are committed to investing in our team both professionally and personally.

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
• Unlimited PTO plus annual Flex Bonus earning opportunities
• Annual compensation and performance review process, including opportunities for salary increases
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and company contributions with no employee match requirement
• Insight Essentials lifestyle and wellness benefit
• Employee referral bonus program
• Professional development and career growth support
• Opportunity to support impactful national security missions in a highly collaborative environment
• Additional employee programs and benefits available

About the role

Insight Xcite is seeking a Network Engineer to support secure, mission-critical enterprise and operational environments within the Intelligence Community. This role involves designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining complex network infrastructures supporting high-priority customer missions. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise, experience working in high-security environments, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex network challenges. Compensation is determined based on experience, technical expertise, certifications, mission requirements, and overall alignment with customer and contract needs.

What you’ll do

• Design, implement, and maintain secure enterprise network environments
• Support routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and network infrastructure modernization efforts
• Troubleshoot and resolve network performance, connectivity, and security issues
• Support secure communications and operational network environments
• Collaborate with systems engineers, cybersecurity teams, and operational personnel
• Maintain and update network configurations, documentation, and diagrams
• Support infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and operational sustainment activities
• Ensure compliance with security and operational requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP)
• Minimum 6 years of network engineering or enterprise infrastructure experience
• Experience with enterprise routing and switching technologies
• Experience supporting secure or mission-critical network environments
• Knowledge of Cisco and/or Juniper technologies
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security principles
• Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VLANs, and enterprise network architecture
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Intelligence Community customers
• Experience with VoIP or collaboration technologies
• Experience with cloud networking and hybrid environments
• Familiarity with network automation or scripting
• Relevant technical certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Security+
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

The pay range for this role is:

175,000 - 220,000 USD per year (Government Client Site – Chantilly VA)

175,000 - 220,000 USD per year (Government Client Site – Herndon VA)