Technical/ Functional Expert (Network)

the-swift-group; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Swift Group is hiring a Network Technical/Functional Expert to support DoD-related network engineering across Annapolis Junction, MD and Salt Lake City, UT. You will design secure networks, configure Cisco devices, IPsec VPNs, firewalls, and can leverage data center virtualization to enhance resilience.

Candidates need DoD experience, a relevant degree or 10+ years of practice, and DoD 8570 IAT II certification, with current security clearance.

Qualifications

• DoD network engineering experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 10+ years of network engineering experience.
• DoD 8570 IAT II certification required.
• Datacenter network design and Cisco gear installation/ configuration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced network support across Annapolis Junction, MD and Salt Lake City, UT.
• Design and maintain secure network boundaries with virtualization and CAN/MAN/LAN coverage.
• Configure TCP/IP stacks, routing, switching, and stateful firewalls.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot routers, switches, load balancers, and security appliances.
• Develop enterprise datacenter architectures and scalable security solutions.
• Prepare system diagrams and present technical details to senior management.
• Provide expert Cisco-based networking support and optimizations.
• Work with packet capture tools to monitor network performance.

Skills

Network engineering

DoD experience

Security clearance

Cisco IOS/NxOS

IPsec VPNs

Firewall ACLs

LAN/WAN design

Datacenter networking

Packet capture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Network/Systems Engineering

10+ years network engineering experience

Tools

Ciscoworks

TACACS+

ASA

FWSM

HP Openview

Juniper devices

Job description

The Swift Group is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.

We are looking for a Network Technical/ Functional Expert to join a growing team in the following locations: Annapolis Junction, MD & Salt Lake City, UT.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver advanced network support across all locations, encompassing system-level design, architectural planning, and enterprise-grade security implementation.
• Design and maintain secure network boundaries, leveraging datacenter virtualization technologies and infrastructure spanning CAN, MAN, and LAN environments.
• Utilize packet capture and analysis tools to monitor and troubleshoot network performance.
• Configure and optimize TCP/IP protocol stacks, routing and switching protocols, and stateful firewall systems.
• Implement and manage Layer 3 and Layer 4 access controls to ensure robust network segmentation and security.
• Perform hands-on physical installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of network infrastructure components such as routers, switches, load balancers, and security appliances.
• Design and architect enterprise-grade security solutions, datacenter virtualization environments, and CAN/MAN/LAN infrastructure with a focus on scalability and resilience.
• Lead the development of secure enterprise boundaries and datacenter architectures, applying best practices in network security and segmentation.
• Create detailed system diagrams and deliver high-level technical presentations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Experienced in packet capture software.
• Provide expert-level support for Cisco-based networking equipment, ensuring optimal performance through advanced troubleshooting and system optimization.
• Demonstrated expertise in installing, configuring, and supporting a wide range of network technologies, including:
• Cisco IOS, CatOS, and NxOS
• Network filtering and access control mechanisms
• Ciscoworks, TACACS+, ASA, FWSM, and HP Openview
• Cisco routers and switches, F5/Cisco load balancers
• Infiniband, Juniper devices, FiberChannel (FC) SAN, and IPSEC-based VPNs

Requirements:

• At least 5 years’ experience demonstrated within the Department of Defense (DoD) in Network Engineering.
• Bachelor's Degree in Network Engineering, System Engineering or related field. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 10 years of experience total is required in Network Engineering.
• Must have datacenter network design and architecture experience to include installation and configuration of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls and IPSEC virtual private networks.
• DoD 8570 IAT II Certification

Security Clearance:

• A current government clearance, background investigation, and polygraph are required.