Network Engineer 2

wyetechllc; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% contribution to SEP IRA

Generous PTO plan

Comprehensive medical plan options

Annual clothing orders

Team-building events

Job summary

Wyetechllc is seeking a Network Engineer in Columbia, Maryland, to optimize network performance and ensure reliable dataflow. Candidates must possess U.S. citizenship and an active security clearance.

The position offers a range of responsibilities including network design, performance monitoring, and guidance for junior engineers. Wyetechllc provides a robust benefits package, including retirement contributions and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and appropriate security clearance are required.
• Master's degree in Computer Science or related field plus 6 years experience.
• Certification in industry standards may be required.

Responsibilities

• Optimize end-to-end network performance.
• Design and implement network solutions.
• Manage tasks and guide junior engineers.

Skills

Network performance optimization

Dataflow management

Network performance monitoring

Firewall configuration

VoIP technology

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Bachelor's degree with additional experience

Tools

Cisco Certified Network Associate

Juniper Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Optimize end‑to‑end system performance and dataflow management.
• Conduct data captures to obtain network performance information.
• Minimize network latency and maximize data throughput through design analysis and network performance monitoring tools.
• Provide input to the design of the organization’s network and mission architecture.
• Design solutions, integrate, configure, deploy, test, and provide ongoing maintenance for numerous types of network devices, interfaces, and methodologies.
• Configure and optimize the network to connect various front‑end and back‑end components.
• Gather needed data to specify system/component performance and interface requirements.
• Implement specific network solutions to support server requirements, including load balancing, VPN(s), firewall contexts, traffic shaping, Voice over IP (VoIP), GRE tunneling, IP Security (IPSec), IP encryption, Media over IP (MoIP), and NAT where appropriate.
• Configure and maintain organization’s network diagrams and accreditations.
• Oversee the support of all network equipment.
• Develop designs of the organization’s network and mission architecture to meet new partner requirements.
• Manage assigned tasks and provide guidance to junior Network Engineers.
• Integrate hardware and software to satisfy ISO 9000 requirements and other DoD/IC regulations.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship and an appropriate security clearance (e.g., active TS/SCI with agency‑appropriate polygraph) is required.
• TS/SCI with agency‑appropriate polygraph.
• A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security Systems Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university and six (6) years of relevant professional experience providing Network Engineering support and training commensurate with network engineering curriculum.
• In lieu of a Master’s degree, a bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline plus an additional two (2) years of relevant professional experience providing Network Engineering support for a total of eight (8) years.
• In lieu of a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree, an additional six (6) years of experience providing Network Engineering support and a certification in an industry standard (Arista Configuration Essentials, Cisco Certified Network Associate, or Juniper Certification Tracks (Automation & DevOps, Cloud, Data Center, Design, Enterprise Routing and Switching, Junos Security, Service Provider Routing and Switching)) may be substituted for a total of 12 years.
• Certifications: An Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01‑M is required.

Benefits

• Wyetech automatically contributes 20% of each employee’s gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.
• Generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees can adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year.
• Full‑time employees may participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans, including: A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA), Vision and Dental, Life and AD&D Benefits, Short and Long‑Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances, Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services, and Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000.
• Mobility among Wyetech‑supported contracts and various team‑building events throughout the year such as monthly lunches, a summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.
• Employees receive two complementary branded clothing orders annually.
• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii, and OCONUS.

Equity and Inclusive Employment

Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations

Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, contact the appropriate hiring manager or the accommodations coordinator.