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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer II (Mid-Level) - **Company:** Job Cloud Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $125,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Diagrams, Network Monitoring, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Performance Tuning, Remote Access Technology, Security Support Provider Interface, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cisco Switches, Cisco - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c9a0f6e878414d11 ## About the Role The successful candidate will serve as a trusted technical resource, providing network deployment, troubleshooting, optimization, and security support across multiple client environments. The position requires excellent communication skills, customer-facing professionalism, and the ability to independently manage onsite and remote technical engagements., * U.S. Citizen. * 4-8 years of network engineering experience. * Strong hands-on experience with: * Cisco switches and routers * Cisco Meraki platforms * Palo Alto firewalls * Ubiquiti UniFi products * Experience with: * VLANs * TCP/IP * Routing and switching * OSPF * BGP fundamentals * QoS * DNS * DHCP * VPN technologies * Experience supporting wireless networks in enterprise environments. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. * Valid driver's license and reliable transportation., * Cisco CCNA or CCNP Certification * Palo Alto PCCET, PCNSA, or PCNSE Certification * Experience with Microsoft Azure networking * Experience with Microsoft 365 environments * Experience working within Managed Service Provider (MSP) environments * Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements * Government, healthcare, or regulated-industry experience Work Environment * Hybrid remote and onsite client support model. * Regular travel to client locations throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. * Opportunity to work with a wide variety of enterprise networking technologies and environments. * Collaborative team atmosphere with professional development opportunities. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a customer-focused network engineer who can confidently walk into a client environment, troubleshoot issues, lead infrastructure deployments, and serve as a trusted advisor. They are equally comfortable configuring a Palo Alto firewall, deploying Cisco switching infrastructure, tuning a Ubiquiti wireless network, and communicating technical recommendations to clients and stakeholders. ## Description We are seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer II to support, design, implement, and maintain enterprise networking environments for clients throughout the DMV region. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with strong experience in Cisco, Ubiquiti, and Palo Alto technologies who enjoys a mix of remote engineering work and onsite client engagement., * Design, configure, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure. * Deploy and maintain Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and network security solutions. * Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls, VPNs, NAT policies, threat prevention, and security services. * Administer and support Ubiquiti UniFi gateways, switches, wireless networks, and cloud-managed environments. * Perform network assessments, upgrades, migrations, and refresh projects. * Troubleshoot complex network, connectivity, performance, and security issues. * Monitor network health and proactively identify opportunities for improvement. * Create and maintain network diagrams, documentation, and standard operating procedures. * Participate in project planning, implementation, and client-facing technical discussions. * Conduct onsite visits for installations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and project execution. * Collaborate with internal teams to support cloud, security, and infrastructure initiatives. * Assist in the development and enforcement of network security best practices. * Participate in an on-call rotation as required. ## 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) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Demystifying application networking in the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/675-demystifying-application-networking-in-the-cloud) - [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 - [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) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)