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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - TS/SCI Cleared - **Company:** Zachary Piper - **Location:** Newington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Catalyst (Software), Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, NetFlow, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Wireshark, Wide Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Performance Monitor, Real Time Data, Restful APIs, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco Switches, Cisco - **Published:** July 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9043581/network-engineer-tssci-cleared ## About the Role * Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) * 10+ years of related network engineering experience. * Active TS/SCI Security Clearance * Expertise in routing and switching protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP. * Experience with LAN/WAN architecture, design, and deployment. * Proficiency with network monitoring and performance tools (e.g., SolarWinds, NetFlow, Wireshark). * Hands-on experience with firewalls, VPNs, QoS, and load balancers. * Strong background working with Cisco platforms including Catalyst, Nexus, and ACI. * Experience with SDN and Cisco solutions such as Catalyst Center, ISE, and Intersight. * Cloud networking experience (AWS, Azure, GCP). * Network automation using Python, REST APIs, Ansible, and Terraform. * Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and network security best practices. * Familiarity with data center technologies including VXLAN, EVPN, and ACI. ## Description is seeking an to join a Federal Program located in The Network Engineer will design, secure, and maintain resilient network architectures that enable uninterrupted communication, real-time data sharing, and mission-critical system availability for government customers in dynamic, high-stakes environments. * Design, secure, and maintain resilient network architectures that enable uninterrupted communication, real-time data sharing, and mission-critical system availability for government customers in dynamic, high-stakes environments * Architect and optimize complex LAN, WAN, data center, and cloud networking solutions to ensure scalability, performance, resiliency, and operational continuity. * Lead the engineering, deployment, and lifecycle management of routing and switching technologies, including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and advanced Cisco networking platforms. * Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, and ACI environments while ensuring adherence to organizational standards and best practices. * Develop and implement network security solutions including firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, access controls, and Zero Trust architectures to protect sensitive information and critical systems. * Monitor network health, performance, capacity, and availability using enterprise tools such as SolarWinds, NetFlow, and Wireshark; identify and resolve issues before they impact mission operations. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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