Network Engineer SME

GovCIO; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 176,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform

Training, Education and Certification

Referral Bonus Program

Internal Mobility Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Network Engineer SME to design secure data movement paths and enable scalable data transfer at Fort Meade, MD. The role focuses on boundary protections, segmentation strategies, and cross-domain planning to support DoD and government environments.

The position requires TS/SCI CI Poly clearance and 10+ years in DoD/network architectures, along with knowledge of cloud platforms, virtualization, routing, and network monitoring tools.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI CI Poly clearance is required.
• 10+ years experience with enterprise or DoD network architectures.
• Familiarity with secure data transfer and boundary enforcement concepts.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, virtualization, routing, automation, and network monitoring software.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (Sec+CE, SSCP, CND, CCNA Security, etc)

Responsibilities

• Design secure connectivity and data transfer paths.
• Plan segmentation, boundary protection, and access controls.
• Support cross-domain and data guard planning considerations.
• Enable scalable data movement for follow-on execution.

Skills

Clearance TS/SCI CI Poly

DoD network architectures

Secure data transfer concepts

Cloud platforms & virtualization

Boundary enforcement concepts

Critical thinking

DoD IAT Level II (Sec+CE, SSCP, CND, C

Tools

Network monitoring software

Routing & automation tools

Job description

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for Network Engineer SME to design secure data movement paths. This position will be located in Fort Meade, MD and will be an onsite position.

Responsibilities

The Network Engineer designs secure data movement paths from the Horizon3.ai NodeZero platform into Government-approved cloud environments, enabling reliable ingestion of autonomous pentesting data at scale. This role focuses on boundary protections, segmentation strategies, and connectivity planning, including scenarios where data must traverse a data guard or similar mechanism for aggregation or analysis at higher classification levels. Early network engineering during IOC de-risks cross-domain integration challenges and positions the capability for rapid expansion during IOC implementation in the next option year.

• Design secure connectivity and data transfer paths
• Plan segmentation, boundary protection, and access controls
• Support cross-domain and data guard planning considerations
• Enable scalable data movement for follow-on execution

Qualifications

High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: TS/SCI CI Poly
• 10 years experience with enterprise or DoD network architectures
• Familiarity with secure data transfer and boundary enforcement concepts
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, virtualization, routing, automation, and network monitoring software.
• Critical thinking and complex problem solving
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (Sec+CE, SSCP, CND, CCNA Security, etc)

Posted Salary Range

USD $176,000.00 - USD $196,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.