Network Engineer – Lab & Field Deployment Specialist

VTG Defense; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG Defense is seeking a mid-level Network Engineer to support U.S. Army network infrastructure modernization from our Washington, DC lab.

You will configure, test, validate, and deploy network solutions across routing, switching, voice, security, and wireless technologies, with occasional travel to Army installations for deployments and training. The role combines lab-based integration with field support, requiring collaboration with Government and contractor teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure environments.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco-based routing and switching.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, LAN/VLANs, routing protocols, Layer 2/3 networking.
• Experience supporting network installation, migration, or modernization projects.
• Ability to read and understand network diagrams and engineering documentation.
• Experience developing technical documentation and implementation procedures.
• Active Secret Clearance
• Willing to travel 25-40%

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of the network integration and test laboratory.
• Configure, stage, and validate routers, switches, and associated network infrastructure.
• Build and maintain representative network environments used for testing, troubleshooting, and training activities.
• Participate in engineering reviews, design validation, and implementation planning efforts.
• Develop network configurations, implementation procedures, test plans, and technical documentation.
• Conduct system integration testing and support troubleshooting activities prior to STIG / field deployment.
• Support Army customer training events following implementation activities.
• Travel to Army installations to assist with network deployments, cutovers, testing, and operational demonstrations.
• Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, and implementation teams to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate configuration records and support configuration management processes.
• Provide technical recommendations to improve deployment efficiency and operational readiness.

Skills

Cisco routing

Cisco switching

TCP/IP

Network troubleshooting

Documentation

Active clearance

Customer-facing

Travel readiness

Tools

Cisco Catalyst

Cisco ISR

Cisco Nexus

Job description

VTG Defense is seeking a mid-level Network Engineer to support U.S. Army network infrastructure modernization from our Washington, DC lab.

You will configure, test, validate, and deploy network solutions across routing, switching, voice, security, and wireless technologies, with occasional travel to Army installations for deployments and training. The role combines lab-based integration with field support, requiring collaboration with Government and contractor teams.