Senior Network Engineer

Nightwing Group; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm is looking for a skilled Senior Network Engineer to support enterprise network solutions in a high-security environment. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in network implementation, strong Cisco skills, and familiarity with AWS/Azure. This role offers collaboration with talented professionals and the opportunity to drive innovation in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• 10+ years of experience required.
• Familiarity with AWS/Azure networking.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain enterprise network infrastructure.
• Optimize network performance and manage firewall rules.
• Collaborate across systems and cybersecurity teams.

Skills

Enterprise network implementation

Switching and routing (Cisco preferred)

Firewall management

Troubleshooting

Cloud networking (AWS/Azure)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Networking, Engineering

Tools

Cisco UCS

Palo Alto

Splunk

MySQL

Python Forensics

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.We’re seeking a skilled **Senior Network Engineer** to support implementation and sustainment of enterprise network solutions in a high-security environment. If you’re hands-on, collaborative, and comfortable working with mission-enabling systems—this role might be for you.**What You’ll Do:****Key Responsibilities:*** Deploy and maintain enterprise network infrastructure across secure, multi-site environments* Apply architectural plans into operational builds* Optimize network performance, manage firewall rules, and support infrastructure upgrades* Troubleshoot and document solutions for internal and external stakeholders* Collaborate across cloud, systems, and cybersecurity teams* Subject matter expert for business development / proposal efforts**What You Bring:*** Active TS/SCI with Polygraph* Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Networking, Engineering, or a related field* 10+ years of experience in enterprise network implementation and sustainment* Strong command of switching/routing (Cisco preferred), VLANs, VPNs, ACLs, and firewall technologies* Familiarity with AWS/Azure networking in high-side environments* Experience working with mission systems and secure enclave operations**Preferred Certs:** CCNP, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or equivalent**Tools & Platforms (Cross-Applicable):*** Networking/Virtualization: Cisco UCS, Aruba Controllers, Nutanix* Security/Monitoring: Palo Alto, Rapid7, XACTA, Splunk, Snort, Wireshark* Database/Ops: MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Active Directory, Exchange* Forensics/Pen Testing: Encase, FTK, IDAPro, Python Forensics, Metasploit* Cloud/Security: AWS Virtualization w/ Palo Alto Direct Connects, Nessus, Web InspectPlease note, this position is contingent upon award.*At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.**Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.**Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.*