Network Engineer Level 2

Core BTS; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Core BTS is seeking a Network Engineer II for a 4-month contract-to-hire engagement in the Herndon/Reston area. The role supports installation, administration, and security of enterprise network infrastructure to ensure high availability for business-critical apps. Qualified candidates must be a U.S.

citizen, able to obtain government security clearance, and reside within commuting distance of Herndon, VA. CCNA is required; CCNP preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years of enterprise LAN/WAN and routing/switching experience.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco security products (ASA, Firepower, etc.).
• Experience with SD-WAN technologies.
• CCNA certification required; CCNP preferred.
• Highly motivated, proactive self-starter with a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, administer, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure for high availability, performance, and security.
• Participate in network process improvements and operational best practices.
• Support capacity planning and long-term network strategy development.
• Collaborate with network engineering, application, and database teams for scalability and reliability.
• Assist in design and support of secure VPN infrastructure for vendor and partner connectivity.
• Research and evaluate network hardware, software, and protocols.
• Procure network solutions with vendors and service providers.
• Support deployment of workstations, servers, and network devices.

Skills

LAN/WAN experience

Cisco security products

SD-WAN technologies

CCNA certification

CCNP preferred

Independent with cross-functional

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field

Tools

Cisco ASA

Cisco Firepower

SD-WAN

Job description

Through NRI Resource Management Services (RMS), we offer custom talent solutions to help our clients meet their evolving technology and business needs. We help effectively match the right technology professional to their organization, recruiting for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct roles. Our client in Herndon, VA has an immediate need for a Network Engineer II. Please note that this is a contract opportunity with our client and NOT with NRI.

Our client in the Reston, VA area has an immediate opening for a Network Engineer (Level 2-3). This is a 4-month contract-to-hire opportunity with the client directly (not Core BTS).

Qualified candidates must be U.S. Citizens, able to obtain a U.S. Government‑issued security clearance, and reside within commuting distance of the Herndon, VA job site.

Role Overview

The Network Engineer will be responsible for installing, administering, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and security of business‑critical applications. This role plays a key part in ongoing network operations, improvements, and long‑term infrastructure planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in network process improvements and operational best practices
• Support capacity planning and long‑term network strategy development
• Collaborate with network engineering, application, and database teams to ensure scalability, reliability, and availability
• Assist in the design and support of secure VPN infrastructure for vendor and partner connectivity

Acquisition & Deployment

• Research and evaluate network hardware, software, and protocols
• Work with vendors, contractors, and service providers to procure network solutions
• Support deployment of workstations, servers, network devices, firewalls, encryption systems, and host security tools

Operational Management

• Administer routers, switches, wireless access points, UPS devices, and related network hardware
• Maintain routing protocols and queues to meet business requirements
• Perform network, server, and security audits; review logs for trends and anomalies
• Recommend and implement network upgrades, improvements, and repairs
• Ensure reliable network connectivity for all end‑user workstations
• Support organizational initiatives by participating in project‑based network efforts
• Respond to and prioritize network‑related tickets from the help desk queue

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 7-10 years of experience supporting enterprise LAN/WAN and routing/switching environments
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco security products (ASA, Firepower, etc.)
• Experience working with SD-WAN technologies
• CCNA (Collaboration/Voice and/or Security) required
• CCNP preferred
• Highly motivated, proactive self‑starter with a strong desire to learn and grow
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams