Network Monitoring Engineer

Maximus; Maryland; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Network Monitoring Engineer to support a federal client, delivering expert maintenance of critical network systems. The role is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD, requires a Secret clearance, and involves configuring devices, monitoring performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The successful candidate will have 7+ years in network monitoring, strong troubleshooting skills, and extensive experience with Cisco, F5, Juniper, and SolarWinds tools.

Qualifications

• Seven plus years in a Network Monitoring role or related field.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• U.S. citizenship only; no dual citizenship.
• Must reside within commutable distance.
• Rotation on-call schedule required.
• Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.
• Experience with Cisco ASA, FirePOWER, Catalyst, Nexus; F5, Kemp, Juniper SRX; Extreme IPS; SSH/console access; network monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN concentrators).
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, optimize throughput and reliability.
• Troubleshoot using firewall logs and packet captures; collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Perform capacity planning and bandwidth management for growth.
• Integrate network with cloud services, storage, and other IT components.
• Maintain network configuration and troubleshooting documentation.
• Manage and secure networks and tenant segments transporting data.

Skills

Network monitoring

Troubleshooting

Security

Cross-team collaboration

On-call rotation

Tools

Cisco ASA

Cisco FirePOWER

Cisco Catalyst

Cisco Nexus

F5 LTM

KEMP load balancers

Juniper SRX

Extreme Network IPS

Raritan Secure Console Server

Avocent KVM Switch

IBM DataPower XML Firewall

SolarWinds NPM

SolarWinds SAM

SolarWinds IPAM

SolarWinds Netflow

IBM Netcool

Job description

General information

• Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
• City: Annapolis Junction
• State: MD
• Country: United States
• Working time: Full-time

Description & Requirements

Maximus is seeking a Network Monitoring Engineer to provide expertise to a federal client in support of their mission critical systems in defense of our Homeland.

As a Network Monitoring Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining our organization's network infrastructure. Your role will involve troubleshooting complex issues and ensuring the performance, availability, and security of our network systems.

This position is an onsite role, 5 days a week and requires a secret clearance.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS165, T3, Band 6

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPN concentrators.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to ensure optimal throughput and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues using firewall logs, switch packet capture tools; engaging with cross-functional teams to leverage support and collaboration when necessary
• Conduct network capacity planning and bandwidth management to accommodate future growth and changing business needs.
• Collaborate with other teams to integrate network infrastructure with cloud services, storage systems, and other IT components.
• Maintain documentation related to network configurations, diagrams, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Managing, monitoring, maintaining, and securing networks and tenant network segments that integrate the transport of networks and data.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements

• Seven (7)+ years of experience in a Network Monitoring role or in a related field
• Active Secret clearance.
• Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country.
• Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
• Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required.
• Additional tasks to be assigned as needed.
• Four (4) or more years of experience in the following:
• Cisco ASA
• Cisco FirePOWER
• Cisco Catalyst
• Cisco Nexus
• Avaya PoE Switches
• F5 LTM and GTM load balancers
• KEMP load balancers
• Juniper SRX firewall
• Extreme Network IPS
• ION SAL Modem SA5610
• Raritan Secure Console Server
• Avocent KVM Switch
• RedSeal Appliance SYS‑1027R‑WRF4+
• SafeNet 7000
• Avaya Media Gateway G450
• IBM DataPower XML Firewall
• SolarWinds - NPM, SAM, IPAM, Netflow
• IBM Netcool

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Minimum Requirements

TCS165, T3, Band 6

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at [e-mail].

Minimum Salary

$ 100,000.00

Maximum Salary

$ 125,000.00