Network Engineer

Essnova Solutions, Inc.; Washington (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Essnova Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and optimize secure enterprise networks in support of federal modernization initiatives. The role emphasizes Zero Trust, high availability, and collaboration with cybersecurity and cloud teams.

You will configure routing/switching, firewall/VPN/DNS/DHCP, and contribute to monitoring, incident response, and documentation. A Public Trust clearance is required or obtainable, with a hybrid work arrangement including occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of enterprise network engineering experience
• Experience supporting Cisco-based network environments
• Strong knowledge of routing and switching protocols
• Experience with firewalls, VPN technologies, DNS, and DHCP
• Experience supporting enterprise network monitoring and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of network security principles and best practices
• Familiarity with NIST cybersecurity frameworks
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise routing and switching environments
• Support implementation and maintenance of secure network architectures
• Assist with firewall, VPN, DNS, DHCP, and network security technologies
• Monitor network performance, availability, and operational health
• Support vulnerability remediation and network hardening efforts
• Assist with network incident response and troubleshooting activities
• Maintain network diagrams, technical documentation, and operational procedures
• Support network segmentation and Zero Trust initiatives
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure system integration
• Participate in system upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management activities

Skills

Enterprise networking

Cisco routing/switching

VPN technologies

DNS/DHCP

Network monitoring

Network security

NIST frameworks

Public Trust clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Palo Alto

Cisco Firepower

SIEM integrations

Job description

Network EngineerAbout Essnova Solutions

Essnova Solutions is a fast-growing federal contractor delivering innovative technology, cybersecurity, cloud, and digital transformation solutions to Federal Government customers. We are seeking highly qualified professionals to support an upcoming federal opportunity focused on enterprise infrastructure modernization, network security, and Zero Trust implementation. *This is for a proposal opportunity*

Position Overview

Essnova Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer to support the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of secure enterprise network environments. The successful candidate will contribute to network modernization initiatives, support Zero Trust architecture objectives, and assist with maintaining highly available and secure infrastructure supporting mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise routing and switching environments
• Support implementation and maintenance of secure network architectures
• Assist with firewall, VPN, DNS, DHCP, and network security technologies
• Monitor network performance, availability, and operational health
• Support vulnerability remediation and network hardening efforts
• Assist with network incident response and troubleshooting activities
• Maintain network diagrams, technical documentation, and operational procedures
• Support network segmentation and Zero Trust initiatives
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure teams to ensure secure system integration
• Participate in system upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of enterprise network engineering experience
• Experience supporting Cisco-based network environments
• Strong knowledge of routing and switching protocols
• Experience with firewalls, VPN technologies, DNS, and DHCP
• Experience supporting enterprise network monitoring and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of network security principles and best practices
• Familiarity with NIST cybersecurity frameworks
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent certification
• Experience supporting federal government environments
• Experience with Palo Alto, Cisco Firepower, or similar technologies
• Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture principles
• Experience supporting SIEM integrations and network telemetry solutions

Clearance

• Understanding of RMF, FISMA, and federal security requirements
• Public Trust (Tier 2) clearance

Location

Hybrid work environment with occasional onsite support as required.