Network Engineer - SECRET Clearance

NTT DATA, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. seeks a Network Engineer with a SECRET clearance to join our Norfolk, VA team. You will plan, design, and optimize secure DoD networks, configure routers, switches, and security devices, and ensure compliance with DISA STIG and RMF standards while supporting COOP/disaster recovery.

You will mentor junior engineers, liaise with government stakeholders, and implement robust network security across classified and unclassified environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related discipline or 5 years substituting for a degree.
• Minimum 5 years of IT networking experience in a DoD environment.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with network security, firewalls, and security protocols.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with Wireshark or similar tools.
• CCNA certification and Security+ CE certification.
• Active Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI eligible.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain networks including VPNs and routers.
• Create and update firewalls and security systems to protect data and communications.
• Monitor systems to improve network performance across environments.
• Troubleshoot and communicate networking issues to staff and management.
• Maintain knowledge of security practices and policy compliance (DoD, STIG, RMF).
• Work with cloud-based network services and support COOP/disaster recovery planning.
• Produce and maintain network diagrams and SOPs; guide junior engineers.

Skills

Network engineering

DoD networking

Security protocols

Network monitoring

Wireshark

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

VPN technologies

Firewall configuration

Job description

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NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization,

We are currently seeking a Network Engineer - SECRET Clearance to join our team in Norfolk, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).

Job Summary:

As a Network Engineer, you will support the planning, design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of secure and resilient network infrastructure, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity and interoperability standards. This role involves configuring, administering, and troubleshooting LAN, WAN, and network security devices—including routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and encryption devices—across both classified and unclassified environments. The Network Engineer monitors network performance, conducts capacity planning, implements upgrades, and proactively resolves issues to maintain high availability and mission readiness. Responsibilities also include enforcing DoD network security policies, ensuring DISA STIG and RMF compliance, supporting Continuity of Operations (COOP) and disaster recovery network planning, maintaining accurate documentation such as network diagrams and standard operating procedures, and providing technical guidance to junior engineers while interfacing with government stakeholders on network-related projects.

Job Duties:

• Install, configure, and maintain computer networks including VPNs, routers, and other network devices.
• Creating firewalls and updating virus protection software and data security systems to keep data and communications protected.
• Monitoring computer systems to improve network performance for all systems
• Troubleshooting, resolving, and communicating networking issues to other employees and management
• Maintaining current knowledge and understanding of security and networking best practices to offer the best solutions and protection to company systems
• Working with cloud-based network services.
• Installing and maintaining firewalls and other security systems.
• Monitoring network traffic and performance.
• Troubleshooting network connectivity issues.
• Updating and upgrading network hardware and software.
• Developing and implementing network security policies

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related discipline
  • 5 years’ additional relevant experience will substitute for a Bachelor degree
• Minimum 5 years of IT Networking experience within a DoD environment
• Minimum 2 years of experience with network security, firewalls, and security protocols
• Minimum 1 year of experience with Wireshark or any other network packet capture and analysis tools
• CCNA
• Security+ CE certification
• Active Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI eligible

Preferred Qualifications:

• TOP SECRET Clearance with the ability to be SCI eligible
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical thinking
• Foundation in networking fundamentals including LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, and routing and switching
• Wireless Networking
• PowerShell scripting
• Cloud computing/Certifications

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $79,480 - $119,220. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. If the position offered in temporary, the position will not be eligible for incentive compensation. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

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About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com, @nttdatafed.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us .

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