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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Network Engineer (CONUS) with Secret Clearance - **Company:** GovCIO LLC - **Location:** Falls Church, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $115,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Gigabit Ethernet, Microsoft Windows, Wireless LAN, Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, BIND, Health Informatics, Unix, Fiber Distributed Data Interface, Configuration Management, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Ethernet, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Troubleshooting, Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, Microsoft Operating Systems, Network Planning and Design, Network Diagnostics, Network Service, Packet Analyzer, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Network Management System, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Simple Network Management Protocols, TCP/IP, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, OpenVMS, SC Clearance, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Network Support, Terminal Servers, Cisco - **Published:** July 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us4346ceb1e16afc869dbd903bc7b71320 ## About the Role * Compliance with DoD Directive 8570.01 "Information Assurance Training, Certification, and Workforce Management." * Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Level III or equivalent certification per DoD 8570.01-M. * Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are required., * Bachelor's degree in computer sciences, Engineering, technical discipline, or related field and five years of directly related experience; OR * Completion of a certified Technical or Vocational School and 10 years of directly related experience with increasing complexity., * Mastery of networking protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, XDM, HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, RSTP, VRRP, BIND, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, PPP, HDLC, V.35, RS-449, and IEEE 802 standards). * Direct experience with synchronous/asynchronous communications, Ethernet, Fast/Gigabit Ethernet, FDDI, ATM, and other DoD/DHA communications media. * Proficiency with network diagnostic tools (OTDR, cable testers, network sniffers) and EIA/TIA cable standards. * Experience in routed, switched, and shared LAN environments using Microsoft OS, Windows Active Directory, UNIX, OpenVMS, routers, switches, and terminal servers. * Experience with DoD Health Care Information Systems is required. * Expertise in Windows networks, Cisco Systems, and Orion SolarWinds. * Experience with Zero Trust Architectures and Methodologies is desired. Security Clearance: * SECRET security level designation required. ## Description We are currently seeking a Senior Network Engineer to be responsible for supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) medical mission by ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of complex LAN/WLAN/WAN infrastructures across all DHA networked facilities in the CONUS region. Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Support * Serve as the CONUS and global point of contact for all network issues, configuration management, communications interconnection, addressing, and multi-protocol routing and network management. * Identify and resolve complex LAN/WLAN/WAN network problems using advanced network management tools (e.g., Orion SolarWinds, ARMIS, Ansible). * Provide high-level installation, configuration, documentation, management, and troubleshooting of network communication equipment for all DHA networked facilities. * Advise and consult with government staff, agencies, and contractorrepresentatives on network design, implementation, deployment, andmanagement to ensure optimal performance and mission support. * Lead and interface with Network Specialists and internal/externalorganizations to resolve network issues. Security & Compliance * Maintain and enhance LAN/WLAN/WAN security, including configuring firewalls, VPN devices, and intrusion detection systems (IDS). * Ensure compliance with DoD, DHA, and CONUS Command objectives, policies, and security standards. * Support vulnerability management, patching, and remediation activities as required by DHA policies. Documentation & Standards * Provide written recommendations for network changes or enhancements, document changes via tickets, and update written standards in coordination with the NetMOD Network Standards Team. * Establish and implement network procedures and standards to ensure compliance with all relevant policies. * Communicate status of network support requests to key customers. Continuous Improvement & Project Participation * Evaluate and recommend new networking technologies and vendor products. * Participate in long-range infrastructure planning and technical architecture projects. * Develop and write policies and procedures for best practice solutions and standardization. * Lead or participate in other projects and support activities as needed., Overview: GovCIO is currently hiring a highly experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support critical infrastructure modernization and platform engineering activities for the U.S… + 6 days ago, Overview: GovCIO is currently hiring a highly experienced SME Systems Engineer to support critical Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) modernization activities for… + 6 days ago + ## 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) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [JavaScript the Grumpy Parts](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/306-javascript-the-grumpy-parts) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)