Network Engineer Skill Level 2

Wyetech, LLC; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job summary

Wyetech, LLC is seeking an experienced Network Engineer (Level 2) to design, configure, deploy, and sustain mission-critical networking infrastructure for two customers. The role combines lab testing with fielding at remote sites while supporting operations at NBP 320 in Columbia, MD.

The ideal candidate has hands-on Cisco and Arista experience, experience with firewalls and cryptographic devices, and a strong background in SSP compliance within secure environments.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph is required.
• Hands-on experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Cisco networking equipment.
• Hands-on experience configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting Arista networking equipment.
• Experience supporting routers, switches, firewalls, and cryptographic devices.
• Familiarity with SSP compliance requirements for network devices.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to OCONUS locations.
• Strong communication and analytical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure and test networking equipment in laboratory environments prior to deployment.
• Support equipment fielding and testing at remote locations and at NBP 320.
• Troubleshoot operational network issues and perform system upgrades.
• Maintain System Security Plan (SSP) compliance and related documentation.
• Collaborate with Government civilian leads, contractor engineers, and operational customers.

Skills

Cisco networking

Arista networking

Firewall administration

LAN/WAN

Troubleshooting

Security compliance

Jira

OCONUS travel willingness

Documentation & diagrams

Job description

Network Engineer - Skill Level 2 (29997)

Location: Columbia, Maryland / NBP 320
Core Hours: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Travel: Occasional OCONUS travel required
Required Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Wyetech is seeking an experienced Network Engineer (Level 2) to support the design, configuration, deployment, maintenance, and sustainment of mission-critical networking infrastructure for two distinct operational customers.

The successful candidate will join an integrated team consisting of two Government civilian leads and seven contractors responsible for network infrastructure located at NBP 320 and multiple remote second- and third-party locations. This position requires hands-on experience configuring and sustaining Cisco and Arista network equipment, supporting firewalls and cryptographic devices, and maintaining compliance with applicable security requirements.

The Network Engineer will primarily work from a contractor facility in Columbia, Maryland, while regularly supporting operations at NBP 320. Responsibilities include configuring and testing new networking equipment in a laboratory environment, supporting equipment fielding at remote locations, troubleshooting operational network issues, performing system upgrades, and maintaining System Security Plan (SSP) compliance.

The position requires occasional OCONUS travel and participation in operational on-call support once fully trained and familiar with the supported systems.

Required Skills/Experience

• Professional Network Engineering experience meeting the qualifications for the Network Engineer Skill Level 2 labor category.

• Hands-on experience configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting, and sustaining Cisco networking equipment.

• Hands-on experience configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting, and sustaining Arista networking equipment.

• Experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and associated networking components.

• Experience supporting cryptographic equipment and secure network communications.

• Familiarity with LatteArt and supporting STE/STN and System Security Plan (SSP) compliance requirements for network devices.

• Experience implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting secure network configurations in classified or mission-critical environments.

• Experience supporting network engineering activities from initial design and configuration through integration, deployment, maintenance, and upgrades.

• Experience configuring and testing network equipment in laboratory or staging environments prior to operational deployment.

• Experience supporting network equipment installation, fielding, and sustainment at local and remote operational sites.

• Experience administering and troubleshooting LAN, CAN, and WAN infrastructure.

• Experience diagnosing and resolving network connectivity, configuration, routing, switching, firewall, and performance issues.

• Experience analyzing network traffic, latency, throughput, and overall system performance.

• Experience using network monitoring and troubleshooting tools to identify and resolve operational issues.

• Experience maintaining network configurations, technical documentation, network diagrams, and accreditation-related records.

• Experience supporting security compliance activities, configuration reviews, and remediation of network device findings.

• Experience managing assigned technical tasks and tracking operational issues through Jira or comparable ticketing systems.

• Ability to collaborate with Government civilian leads, contractor engineers, and operational customers.

• Ability to support equipment deployments and troubleshooting activities both in person and remotely.

• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to OCONUS locations as required.

• Willingness to participate in on-call support for operational systems after completing the required familiarization and training.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and technical problem-solving skills.

• Must possess an Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II baseline certification meeting applicable DoD requirements.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.

Desired Skills/Experience

• Experience administering, configuring, and troubleshooting Cisco Unified Communications Manager (Call Manager).

• Experience configuring and maintaining Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) firewalls.

• Experience designing and implementing network infrastructure solutions.

• Experience automating repetitive network administration tasks, inventory collection, configuration management, and compliance activities.

• Experience developing scripts or using automation tools to support network configuration, monitoring, and operational sustainment.

• Experience working with cloud-based infrastructure and services.

• Experience supporting hyperconverged infrastructure platforms.

• Experience integrating networking technologies with containerized environments.