Network Engineer Level 3 with Security Clearance

WOOD Federal Solutions; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Work-Life Support

Wellness Resources

Job summary

WOOD Federal Solutions seeks a seasoned Network Engineer Level 3 to design, implement, and maintain a global WAN/LAN infrastructure supporting mission-critical operations. The role focuses on solving complex networking challenges and driving adoption of new technologies in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate will lead projects, supervise junior engineers, and ensure security and performance across enterprise networks, with a starting salary in a competitive range and a requirement for TS/SCI

Qualifications

• Fifteen (15) years of Network Engineer experience required.
• Direct experience with designing and maintaining large-scale WAN/LAN infrastructures.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for network optimization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex network problem analysis and resolve issues.
• Research, evaluate, and implement network performance and security enhancements.
• Optimize end-to-end network performance and traffic flow.
• Minimize latency and maximize throughput using advanced analytics.
• Guide Level 0-2 network engineers and ensure best practices.

Skills

15+ years experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

CCNP Certification

Job description

Network Engineer Level 3

Location: Laurel, Maryland, USA

Job Type: Full‑Time

Shift: Day

Telework: None

Salary Range: $180,000 to $215,000 per year

Starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience and increases based on education and/or experience.

Overview

Join a high-performing team responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a global WAN/LAN infrastructure that supports mission-critical operations worldwide. As a Network Engineer, you will lead impactful networking projects, solve complex technical challenges, and drive the adoption of new technologies in a fast‑paced, constantly evolving environment. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who thrives on innovation, enjoys tackling difficult infrastructure problems, and wants to make a direct impact on the reliability, performance, and security of enterprise networks.

Security Clearance Requirements

This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex network problem analysis; resolve complex network and telecommunications problems.
• Research, recommend, and evaluate network performance, optimization, and security solutions.
• Optimize end‑to‑end network system performance and traffic flow management.
• Minimize network latency and maximize data throughput through problem analysis and use of network performance analytic tools.
• Assist system engineers and cross organizational teams to formulate solutions in response to mission requirements.
• Design and verify network solutions to support requirements for routing protocols, policy based routing, traffic shaping, border gateway protocols, tunneling IP Security, network address translations, network security, firewall contexts, load‑balancing, latency, data throughput, WAN acceleration, and monitoring.
• Introduce and integrate new network and telecommunications technologies.
• Provide guidance and leadership to Level 0-2 network engineers.
• Verify and validate activities of Level 0-2 network engineers, ensure approved methods and procedures are followed.

Basic Qualifications

• Fifteen (15) years’ experience as a Network Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Five (5) additional years of experience in Network Engineering disciplines may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional – (CCNP) or equivalent with approval.

About WOOD

WOOD Federal Solutions is a mission-focused federal contractor supporting complex national security and government programs. We bring experienced professionals, disciplined execution, and a commitment to engineering trust for mission success. Our teams work in demanding technical environments where expertise, reliability, collaboration, and accountability matter. At WOOD, employees have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful customer missions while continuing to grow professionally within a company that values strong performance, continuous learning, and respect for the people doing the work.

Fringe Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and continued professional growth.
• Work-Life Support: Workplace flexibility where permitted by position, customer, security, and mission requirements.
• Wellness Resources: Employee assistance and wellness programs, including available fitness-related benefits and discounts.

Why Join WOOD?

• Meaningful Mission: Contribute your expertise to programs supporting important federal and national security missions.
• Professional Growth: Build your capabilities through challenging assignments, training, certifications, and opportunities for continued development.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals in teams that value technical excellence, accountability, and effective collaboration.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Opportunity to Make an Impact: Join an organization where strong performers can contribute ideas, improve how work gets done, and have a visible impact on customer and company success.

Equal Opportunity Statement

WOOD 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.