Network Engineer

The Network Engineer will support a federal contract by designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable network architectures within Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) environments. This role focuses on OCI networking fundamentals, secure zone implementation, hybrid connectivity, and proactive monitoring using modern analytics and ML/AI-assisted tools. The Network Engineer will collaborate with security, cloud, and operations teams to ensure compliance with federal security standards and BCAP processes while delivering reliable and resilient network solutions., * Design, build, and maintain secure OCI network architectures, including:

• Virtual Cloud Networks (VCNs)
• Secure Zones
• DNS systems
• Site-to-site and client VPNs using IPSEC

• Implement and manage OCI networking fundamentals to support mission-critical federal workloads.
• Configure and monitor network traffic using VCN Flow Logs and analyze telemetry using ML/AI-driven tools to identify anomalies, performance issues, and security risks.
• Support hybrid cloud connectivity and secure data flows between onpremises environments and OCI.
• Automate network provisioning and configuration using Terraform and Ansible.
• Perform advanced network troubleshooting across TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, and Linux-based systems.
• Support and document BCAP (Business Change Approval Process) activities, including change planning, risk assessment, and implementation approval.
• Develop and maintain Linux scripts to support monitoring, automation, and diagnostics.
• Ensure network designs align with federal security, compliance, and accreditation requirements.
• Provide operational support, documentation, and knowledge transfer to government and contractor stakeholders.

• Clearance requirement: U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 10 years of work experience
• Demonstrated experience as a Network Engineer supporting secure environments, preferably within federal or DoD contracts.
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining OCI networking fundamentals, including VCNs, Secure Zones, DNS, VPNs, and IPSEC tunnels.
• Strong experience with TCP/IP networking, DNS, and network troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in Linux administration, including command-line operations and scripting.
• Experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and configuration management tools like Ansible.
• Familiarity with BCAP processes or formal change management frameworks.
• Ability to analyze network telemetry using VCN Flow Logs and modern monitoring or ML/AI-based analysis tools.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• OCI cloud networking architecture and security best practices.
• Network security principles, including IPSEC, segmentation, secure zones, and defense-in-depth.
• Federal IT compliance, governance, and change control processes, including BCAP.
• Advanced network troubleshooting across TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Linux system administration and automation through scripting.
• Infrastructure automation using Terraform and Ansible.
• Network monitoring and analytics using VCN Flow Logs and ML/AI-assisted tools.
• Documentation and communication of complex network designs and changes.
• Ability to design and implement secure, scalable network architectures supporting sensitive federal workloads.
• Ability to respond effectively to network incidents and performance issues in high-availability environments.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with crossfunctional cloud, security, and compliance teams.

Enjoy Tailored Benefits to Suit Your Needs with our Flexible Options. Our benefit options include:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plans
• Premier 401k retirement plan with corporate matching and a 529 college saving plan
• Tax-advantaged Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account options
• Legal Resources

Unlock Exclusive Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Generous work/life balance opportunities supported by a PTO bank, paid holidays, leave programs and additional flex time off
• Employee referral program
• Employee recognition, gift and reward program
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Remote or hybrid work options
• Engaging company events such as team building activities, annual awards and kick-off parties
• Employee Resource Groups such as our Values & Women's Leadership Committees - Focusing on charitable and volunteering events to give back to our community, creating an inclusive environment for all, and fun employee activities
• Health and wellness-focused activities
• Relaxation Spaces
• In-office gourmet coffee, tea, fresh fruit and healthy snacks
• Corporate GREEN approach - tracking energy consumption for reduction and purchasing only environmentally friendly products for our offices, $141,000.00

At Mythics, you will experience a truly enjoyable corporate culture. But don't just take our word for it! Mythics has been named one of Virginia's Best Places to Work for 8 consecutive years!, Founded in 2000, Mythics is an award-winning Oracle systems integrator, consulting firm, managed services provider and elite Oracle platinum resale partner. Our business model is all about deep knowledge of Oracle technologies and business processes. We offer procurement and Oracle systems integration expertise across the full range of Oracle cloud, software, support, hardware, engineered systems, and appliances. It's a focus that gives us the critical business experience and the Oracle technology advantage you need to succeed.