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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** ActioNet, Inc. - **Location:** Silver Spring, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $92,300.0 - $166,850.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Communications Protocols, System Configuration, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Connections, Network Protocols, System Software, Wide Area Networks, Wi-Fi Technology, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, Fortinet, Cisco - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us410c0cd0649e6059a800b7a42f68f96e/eaa ## About the Role * 4+ years of experience supporting the installation, implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of enterprise-wide WAN and LAN environments. * Hands-on experience configuring, supporting, and troubleshooting network infrastructure and commonly used network protocols. * Experience with network hardware, communications protocols, and network architectures. * Fortinet experience strongly preferred, particularly candidates who have supported or participated in a Cisco-to-Fortinet migration or network modernization effort. * Demonstrated understanding of commonly used network protocols and proven experience configuring, supporting, and troubleshooting network infrastructure. * Training and/or certifications in ITIL, vendor-specific networking technologies, CompTIA, or similar areas. * Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field from an accredited college or university is preferred. * Qualified candidates must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications * Hands-on experience with Fortinet technologies, including FortiGate firewalls and related Fortinet security/networking solutions. * Experience supporting Cisco-to-Fortinet migrations, upgrades, or replacement initiatives. * Fortinet certifications such as: * Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) * Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist (FCSS) * Additional networking/security certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Security+, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent. ## Description * Assist in designing, implementing, and managing WAN infrastructure and related processes. * Provide production support for network infrastructure, including day-to-day operations, monitoring, troubleshooting, and problem resolution. * Provide second-level problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution for network-related issues. * Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network hardware and software in accordance with approved designs and implementation plans. * Support the transition and modernization of network infrastructure, including the customer's migration from Cisco to Fortinet technologies. * Assist with the configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting of Fortinet network and security solutions. * Support the dispatch and coordination of circuit and hardware vendors involved in problem resolution. * Support escalation activities and communicate network status and issues to agency management and internal customers. * Assist senior Network Engineers in developing and implementing new network solutions. * Assist Systems Engineers with implementation activities, providing "smart hands and eyes and ears" for remote team members. * Schedule, install, configure, and test system software and hardware in environments with limited network connectivity. * Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems involving network hardware, software, connectivity, and related infrastructure. * Monitor and maintain network licenses, subscriptions, warranties, and maintenance agreements. * Support network operations in LAN, WAN, VPN, Wi-Fi, and other communications environments. * Document network configurations, troubleshooting activities, and implemented solutions., MANTECH seeks a motivated, career-driven, and customer-focused Senior Network Engineer to join our team in Laurel, MD. 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