Senior Network Engineer - DoD Cisco & Security Expert

Telos Corp.; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Telos Corporation in Ashburn, VA seeks a Senior Network Engineer with active DoD Secret clearance to administer Cisco networking and security, design and troubleshoot LAN/WAN/VPN, and ensure DoD-compliant patching.

Requires BS in CS/IT, 5–7 years networking, CCNA/CCNP, and CompTIA Security+. US citizenship required due to access to sensitive information.

Salary: $90,000–$140,000 per year with benefits including PTO, medical/dental/vision, 401k, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of networking experience.
• CompTIA Security+
• CCNA or CCNP certification.

Responsibilities

• Cisco networking device administration: administer and maintain Cisco infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and other devices.
• Network management: monitor, analyze, and maintain health, performance, and security of Cisco networking infrastructure.
• Patching and security compliance: patch management per DoD guidelines using HBSS, ACAS, and eMASS.
• Network topologies: design, implement, and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, and VPN configurations.
• Troubleshooting and remediation: identify and remediate network issues and assist customers.

Skills

DoD experience

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Security clearance

Network administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

HBSS

ACAS

eMASS

Cisco IOS

Job description

Telos Corporation in Ashburn, VA seeks a Senior Network Engineer with active DoD Secret clearance to administer Cisco networking and security, design and troubleshoot LAN/WAN/VPN, and ensure DoD-compliant patching.

Requires BS in CS/IT, 5–7 years networking, CCNA/CCNP, and CompTIA Security+. US citizenship required due to access to sensitive information.

Salary: $90,000–$140,000 per year with benefits including PTO, medical/dental/vision, 401k, and tuition reimbursement.