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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - Clearance Desired - **Company:** Cydecor, Inc. - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Firewall, Microsoft Azure, Cisco Hardwares, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Information Technology Operations, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Control, Network Diagrams, Network Planning and Design, Network Installation Services, Network Monitoring, Routing, Public Key Infrastructure, Remote Access Technology, Zero Trust Network Access, TCP/IP, Wireless Access Point, Wireless Networks, Wi-Fi Technology, SSL Certificate Management, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, System Availability, Reliability of Systems, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, Cloudflare, Cisco Switches, Cisco - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88147325/1 ## About the Role * 6 + years related experience. * Strong experience with enterprise routing and switching. * Hands-on experience administering and troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks firewalls, Cisco switches, and Cisco Meraki networking equipment, including wireless access points. * Strong experience configuring and troubleshooting site-to-site and client-to-site VPNs. * Hands-on experience implementing and operating a Zero Trust network environment. * Experience working with SASE and CASB solutions, with an understanding of their underlying security and networking concepts. * Experience working with network monitoring tools (experience with LogicMonitor preferred). * Strong knowledge of DHCP, DNS, and certificate management. * Experience working with Cloudflare DNS and Zero Trust preferred. * Working knowledge of Azure networking, including virtual networks, routing, VPN connectivity, and network security. * Experience working with ITSM solutions and writing technical documentation. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. * Experience planning and independently executing IT/network infrastructure projects. * Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and manage multiple projects and operational responsibilities. * CCNA certification required (CCNP desired) Bonus Points If You Have: * Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Professional certification desired. * Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ0700) desired. * Works well with others, communicates effectively, existing leadership training (Covey, Blanchard, etc...). Security Clearance: * Ability to obtain a DoD Clearance Education: * GED/Highschool ## Description As the primary Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the operation, availability, and security of the Cydecor network. You will work closely with a small team of engineers to ensure business-critical resources remain accessible and that outages and issues are addressed efficiently. You will collaborate with security and compliance team members to ensure compliance requirements are addressed and documented. You will take ownership of IT projects and work with the team to evaluate and implement new technologies as needed., * Own performance, availability, security, and reliability across the entire network environment. * Configure, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot routing and switching, firewalls, VPNs, wireless, and related infrastructure. * Design and implement network changes and new sites and services. * Evaluate and implement new technologies. * Support connectivity and networking across Azure environments. * Support the transition toward Cloudflare Zero Trust. * Collaborate with security and compliance teams to support network security and regulatory requirements. * Maintain accurate documentation of network architecture, configurations, and operational procedures. * Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to critical network issues outside of normal business hours., * 8 AM - 4:30 PM EST - After hours work also needed on a monthly basis, tags: Network Engineer, Senior Network Engineer, Enterprise Network Engineer, Network Infrastructure Engineer, Network Security Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Network Administrator, Senior Network Administrator, Network Operations Engineer, Network Operations, Enterprise Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Network Design, Network Security, Routing and Switching, Routing, Switching, Cisco, Cisco Networking, Cisco Switches, Cisco Meraki, Meraki, Meraki Wireless, Wireless Networking, Wireless Access Points, WiFi, Palo Alto Networks, Palo Alto Firewall, Palo Alto Firewalls, Firewall Administration, Firewall Management, VPN, VPN Administration, Site-to-Site VPN, Client-to-Site VPN, Remote Access VPN, Zero Trust, Zero Trust Network Access, ZTNA, Cloudflare, Cloudflare Zero Trust, Cloudflare DNS, SASE, Secure Access Service Edge, CASB, Cloud Access Security Broker, Azure, Microsoft Azure, Azure Networking, Azure Virtual Network, Azure VNet, Virtual Networks, Azure VPN, Azure Network Security, Cloud Networking, Hybrid Networking, Network Monitoring, LogicMonitor, Network Performance Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Network Availability, Network Reliability, Network Operations, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Certificate Management, PKI, IT Infrastructure, Infrastructure Operations, IT Operations, ITSM, IT Service Management, Network Documentation, Technical Documentation, Network Diagrams, Network Configuration, Network Implementation, Network Projects, Infrastructure Projects, Security Compliance, Cybersecurity, Information Security, On-Call Support, Incident Response, High Availability, Business Continuity, DoD, Department of Defense, Government Contractor, GovCon, DoD Clearance, Security Clearance Eligible Cydecor provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. ## 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) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [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) - [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) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)