Network Engineer with Security Clearance

People, Technology & Processes, LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

People, Technology & Processes, LLC is seeking a Network Engineer to manage daily operations of both unclassified and classified networks in the Hampton Roads area. You will handle routers, switches, load balancers, and other core equipment while ensuring high availability for thousands of end-user devices.

The role requires experience with Cisco Catalyst/Nexus gear, subnetting, VLAN design, and TCP/IP troubleshooting, plus familiarity with IT modernization and technical documentation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of enterprise or DoD network support experience.
• Proficient with Cisco Catalyst/Nexus switches.
• Familiar with subnetting, VLAN design, TCP/IP troubleshooting.
• Experience with IT modernization and technical documentation.
• CCNA/Network+ or Security+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of unclassified and classified network enclaves, including routers, switches, and core equipment.
• Respond to Tier III network incidents, isolate faults, and restore service.
• Support Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) including hardware config and firmware updates.
• Assist with network upgrades, device refreshes, and topology changes.
• Apply configuration baselines and document deviations; coordinate with stakeholders.
• Update Visio diagrams after changes and support BRDs and risk analyses.

Skills

Enterprise/DoD networks experience

Network troubleshooting

Subnetting & TCP/IP

Network monitoring

Configuration & documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Cisco Catalyst & Nexus switches

Job description

PWS Title: Network Engineer Location: Hampton Roads, VA Clearance Type: Top Secret

• Contingent upon award* Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily operations of both unclassified and classified enclaves, including routers, switches, load balancers, and other core equipment. Maintain optimal performance and availability for over 4,000 end-user devices.
• Respond to Tier III network incidents, isolate faults, and implement corrective actions to restore service. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., 844th Comm Group, DISA Tier IV) as needed.
• Support the execution of approved Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), including hardware reconfiguration, firmware updates, and topology adjustments.
• Assist with implementation of network upgrades, device refreshes, and infrastructure redesigns based on evolving DISA enterprise strategies.
• Apply and validate configuration baselines across network devices, reconciling current settings with approved standards. Document deviations and execute corrective measures.
• Collaborate with the Document Analyst to ensure real-time updates to Visio-based logical and physical network diagrams following any approved change.
• Provide input on business requirement documents (BRDs), risk assessments, and network impact analyses. Validate feasibility of proposed network changes Qualifications Required Qualifications:
• 3-5 years of experience supporting enterprise or DoD networks, including router/switch configuration, firewall updates, and patching.
• Working knowledge of Cisco networking gear, including Catalyst and Nexus series switches.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools, IP subnetting, VLAN design, and TCP/IP troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting IT modernization efforts and technical documentation.
• Ability to support day-to-day operations while contributing to configuration management and performance optimization.
• CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Cisco CCNA preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.