Network Engineer

People Technology And Processes; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

People Technology And Processes in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Network Engineer to oversee daily operations of both unclassified and classified network enclaves. You will manage routers, switches, load balancers, and core equipment for 4,000+ end-user devices, ensuring optimal performance and availability.

The role requires 3–5 years of DoD network experience, Cisco Catalyst/Nexus familiarity, and strong TCP/IP troubleshooting, IP subnetting, and network monitoring.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience supporting enterprise or DoD networks.
• Familiar with Cisco Catalyst/Nexus gear and network monitoring.
• Strong TCP/IP troubleshooting and IP subnetting skills.
• Experience with IT modernization efforts and documentation.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; CCNA/Network+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of unclassified and classified network enclaves.
• Manage routers, switches, load balancers, and core equipment for 4,000+ users.
• Respond to Tier III incidents, isolate faults, and coordinate fixes.
• Support ECPs including hardware reconfig, firmware updates, topology changes.
• Assist with network upgrades, device refreshes, and design changes.
• Apply configuration baselines, document deviations, and corrective actions.
• Update Visio diagrams to reflect approved changes and keep docs current.

Skills

Router config

Switch config

Cisco gear

Network monitoring

TCP/IP

IP subnetting

VLAN design

Documentation

CCNA

DoD network

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Norfolk, VA 23551PWS Title: Network Engineer

Location: Hampton Roads, VA

Clearance Type: Top Secret

*Contingent upon award*

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of both unclassified and classified enclaves, including routers, switches, load balancers, and other core equipment. Maintain optimal performance and availability for over 4,000 end-user devices.
• Respond to Tier III network incidents, isolate faults, and implement corrective actions to restore service. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., 844th Comm Group, DISA Tier IV) as needed.
• Support the execution of approved Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), including hardware reconfiguration, firmware updates, and topology adjustments.
• Assist with implementation of network upgrades, device refreshes, and infrastructure redesigns based on evolving DISA enterprise strategies.
• Apply and validate configuration baselines across network devices, reconciling current settings with approved standards. Document deviations and execute corrective measures.
• Collaborate with the Document Analyst to ensure real-time updates to Visio-based logical and physical network diagrams following any approved change.
• Provide input on business requirement documents (BRDs), risk assessments, and network impact analyses. Validate feasibility of proposed network changes

QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience supporting enterprise or DoD networks, including router/switch configuration, firewall updates, and patching.
• Working knowledge of Cisco networking gear, including Catalyst and Nexus series switches.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools, IP subnetting, VLAN design, and TCP/IP troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting IT modernization efforts and technical documentation.
• Ability to support day-to-day operations while contributing to configuration management and performance optimization.
• CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Cisco CCNA preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.