Network Engineer (Secret - TS/SCI)

Zachary Piper, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Medical benefits

401k

Paid time off

11 federal holidays

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Senior Network Engineer to support mission-critical DoD network operations at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB). This role maintains, secures, and troubleshoots enterprise network infrastructure across classified and unclassified environments.

Primarily on-site at JBAB, the role requires on-call rotation to sustain secure enterprise communications infrastructure and encryption devices. Strong Cisco, STIG, and DoD security experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military training and experience.
• 5+ years of progressive network engineering experience.
• Strong experience with Cisco networking environments.
• Expert knowledge of VLANs, VTP, Port Security, STP/RSTP/MSTP, 802.1Q, EtherChannel.
• Extensive experience with OSPF, EIGRP, and IS-IS.
• Experience troubleshooting network transport systems in classified/unclassified environments.
• Hands-on experience with encrypted network infrastructure and secure communications systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain enterprise network infrastructure for NIPR and SIPR environments.
• Troubleshoot Layer 1-3 incidents per procedures.
• Configure, deploy, and optimize Cisco routers, switches, and network appliances.
• Perform Cisco IOS and IOS-XE upgrades and lifecycle maintenance.
• Support modernization and technology refresh initiatives.
• Coordinate with providers and vendors to resolve circuit issues.
• Plan and execute authorized maintenance','and service interruptions.
• Implement cybersecurity requirements including STIGs, vulnerability remediation, and patch management.
• Configure and administer Type-1 encryption devices (TACLANE/HAIPE).
• Maintain COMSEC accountability and DoD comms procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and escalation support during outages.
• Assist Team Lead with workload coordination and shift execution.

Skills

Cisco networking

Encryption technologies

Troubleshooting

DoD environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field

Tools

Cisco ISE

DNA Center

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support mission-critical DoD network operations at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB). This role serves as a senior technical resource responsible for maintaining, modernizing, securing, and troubleshooting enterprise network infrastructure across both classified and unclassified environments. The ideal candidate has strong experience with Cisco networking, encryption technologies, routing protocols, and secure DoD communications environments.

Work Environment:

Primarily on-site role at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) supporting mission-critical DoD network operations. This position requires participation in an operational standby and on-call rotation supporting secure enterprise communications infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain enterprise network infrastructure supporting NIPR and SIPR environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Layer 1, Layer 2, and Layer 3 network incidents in accordance with operational procedures.
• Configure, deploy, and optimize Cisco routers, switches, and network appliances.
• Perform Cisco IOS and IOS-XE upgrades, firmware updates, and lifecycle maintenance activities.
• Support network modernization efforts, technology refresh initiatives, and engineering projects.
• Coordinate with telecommunications providers and vendors to resolve circuit and transport issues.
• Plan and execute authorized network maintenance activities and service interruptions.
• Implement cybersecurity requirements including STIG compliance, vulnerability remediation, and patch management.
• Configure and administer Type-1 encryption devices, including TACLANE and HAIPE solutions.
• Maintain COMSEC accountability and ensure compliance with DoD communication security procedures.
• Provide technical leadership, escalation support, and operational guidance during network outages and critical incidents.
• Assist the Team Lead by coordinating work assignments, prioritizing operational tasks, and overseeing shift execution when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field; equivalent military training and experience considered.
• 5+ years of progressive network engineering experience.
• Strong experience supporting enterprise Cisco networking environments.
• Expert knowledge of VLANs, VTP, Port Security, STP, RSTP, MSTP, 802.1Q trunking, and EtherChannel technologies.
• Extensive experience with dynamic routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and IS-IS.
• Experience troubleshooting network transport systems across classified and unclassified environments.
• Hands-on experience supporting encrypted network infrastructure and secure communications systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Certifications & Requirements

• Active CCNA Certification required.
• Active CompTIA Security+ CE required.
• Must meet DoD 8140 IAT Level II or III requirements.

Clearance Requirement

• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.

Preferred

• Experience administering Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center).
• Experience supporting Air Force, AFDW, AFNCR, or National Capital Region communications environments.
• Experience supporting classified enterprise environments within JBAB, Joint Base Andrews, the Pentagon, or other high-security DoD facilities.
• Experience managing TACLANE, KG-17XX, HAIPE devices, and GEM-X management tools.

Compensation:

• Pay Band: $100,000 - $110,000 (based on years of relevant experience)
• Relocation Bonus Provided

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, with 11 federal holidays, and sick leave.
• Relocation assistance is provided.

Application Period: Opens on 11/09/2026 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.