SME Network Engineer with Security Clearance

B/CORE; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

STD/LTD/Life Insurance

Stipends

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Bcore is seeking a SME Network Engineer in Chantilly, Virginia, requiring TS/SCI with Poly and extensive experience in cloud-based networks and Linux-based VPCs. The role emphasizes secure configurations, vulnerability mitigation, and on-call support to protect national security missions.

Qualified candidates bring 16 years of experience, a relevant degree, and the ability to work independently in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred in one or more of the described disciplines.
• Experience with cloud providers and Linux/VPCs is required or highly desired.
• Ability to work independently and on-call support expectations.

Responsibilities

• Architect IT solutions to support mission needs.
• Build and secure cloud VPCs with Linux VM appliances.
• Configure and harden Linux OS and network gear.
• Support CNGA-like networks and VPNs for secure communications.
• Troubleshoot issues after hours and on weekends as needed.

Skills

Cloud platforms

VPCs with Linux VMs

Linux OS hardening

Network gear hardening

VPNs

CMA messaging apps

Android tablets

On-call support

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Linux OS

Firewalls

Switches/Routers

Cloud services (GCP/AWS/Azure)

Job description

SME Network Engineer Chantilly, VA TS/SCI with Poly At Bcore, our strength comes from how we deliver impact to the mission. Whether it’s architecting critical IT solutions, producing actionable intelligence, or developing cutting edge technology, we succeed because of the expertise, collaboration, and agility of our teams. Our Mission Services division combines enterprise IT, cloud solutions, DevSecOps, systems engineering, software development, and operational support. Bcore accelerates decisive advantage for warfighters and intelligence professionals by fusing human insight, rapid-fire engineering, precision-measured outcomes, and relentless grit into mission-ready solutions. Do you want to join a team that is building tailored technical solutions to modernize our government’s mission and our client’s business? Do you have a desire to change how people work? Are you interested in helping to protect our nation’s cyber interests? Join our growing team supporting customer missions as a SME Network Engineer in Chantilly, Virginia. Required Qualifications: We are actively seeking Network Engineers with a minimum of 16 years' experience. Bachelor's or Master’s Degrees are preferred in one or more of the disciplines described below where specific skills may include the following—

• Experience and expertise working with commercial cloud service providers (eg. Google Cloud, Azure, AWS) building out VPCs with Linux VMs, configuring them as network appliances (eg. Linux as a router) and locking them down to meet cyber security standards.
• Experience configuring and hardening Linux OS in both cloud and physical environments.
• Experience configuring and hardening network gear to include firewalls, switches, routers, IPS, etc.
• Experience and expertise working with commercial VPNs
• Experience working with commercial messaging applications (CMA) and Android tablet devices.
• Ability to work independently to troubleshoot and resolve issues after hours and on weekends, ie. Call in support.

Desired Qualifications: * Experience and expertise deploying CNGA internet network infrastructure with an thorough understanding of the customers mission

• Working knowledge and expertise using the customer’s core appliances and services to include their networks.
• Working knowledge and experience with the customer’s core networks

What you can expect from us * The expected salary range within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $195,000 - $225,000. Final compensation is unique to each individual and will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, geographic location, and contractual requirements. This is not a guarantee. * Benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance, Stipends, Referral Bonuses, and more. BCore is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.