Technical/Functional Expert (Network)

Columbia Technology Partners; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision & Dental coverage

401k with company contribution

PTO & paid leave

Career growth stipend

Life & Disability insurance

Profit sharing

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Columbia Technology Partners seeks a Technical/Functional Expert (Network) to provide senior network engineering across enterprise environments. You will design secure architectures, optimize performance, and guide multi-site implementations with an emphasis on system-level design and security boundaries.

The role requires 10+ years in network engineering, DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, and extensive experience with Cisco gear and IPSEC VPNs. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or five additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum 10 years of experience in network engineering, including LAN architecture, monitoring, security, and protection
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (or equivalent)
• Extensive experience with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and IPSEC VPNs

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced network engineering support, including system-level design and architecture
• Design and implement secure network architectures and enterprise security boundaries
• Support datacenter virtualization and large-scale CAN/MAN/LAN environments
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
• Implement and manage IPSEC VPNs and secure communication channels
• Analyze network traffic using packet capture tools for troubleshooting and performance optimization
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and provide expert-level support for network infrastructure issues
• Develop system diagrams and present technical solutions to stakeholders
• Collaborate across teams to ensure secure, scalable, and high-performance network operations

Skills

Network engineering

Security architecture

Cisco technologies

IPSEC VPNs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Cisco gear

Packet capture tools

Datacenter virtualization tools

Job description

Job Description

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Technical/Functional Expert (Network) to provide advanced network engineering support across enterprise environments. This role focuses on system-level design, security architecture, and performance optimization within complex, multi-site infrastructures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced network engineering support, including system-level design and architecture
• Design and implement secure network architectures and enterprise security boundaries
• Support datacenter virtualization and large-scale CAN/MAN/LAN environments
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
• Implement and manage IPSEC VPNs and secure communication channels
• Analyze network traffic using packet capture tools for troubleshooting and performance optimization
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and provide expert-level support for network infrastructure issues
• Develop system diagrams and present technical solutions to stakeholders
• Collaborate across teams to ensure secure, scalable, and high-performance network operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (five additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in network engineering, including LAN architecture, monitoring, security, and protection
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (or equivalent)
• Extensive experience with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and IPSEC VPNs

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.

Certification Requirements: DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification.

Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph required.

Salary Range Transparency

At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.

How We Determine Salary Ranges

• Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
• Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
• Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
• Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards.
• Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.

Benefits

Medical: CTP offers three superior plans, bringing employees both in-network and out-of-network options.

Vision and Dental: Both free to employees and paid in full by CTP.

Retirement: 401k with 6% company contribution.

PTO and Leave: Paid time off plans are lucrative. Jury Duty, Bereavement, and Military Leave provided.

Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career‑related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.

Life and AD&D Insurance / Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.

Profit Sharing Bonus: End‑of‑year cash gets added to your bottom line.

Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Bonuses range from $7,000 to $20,000 if your referral joins the team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace.