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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - **Company:** RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INC - **Location:** Potomac, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $205,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Catalyst (Software), Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Networks, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Internetworking, Multi-protocol Systems, Microsoft Visio, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Overlay Transport Virtualization, Security Content Automation Protocol, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Identity Services Engine, Network Access Control, Information Technology, SDN Network, Nessus, Cisco Switches, Cisco - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/c0c99dd3-bab8-421c-83f2-afe270f6e5d7/senior-network-engineer ## About the Role * Experience: Minimum of 12 years of progressive network engineering experience, with substantial focus within DoD, intelligence, or defense contractor environments. * Cybersecurity Compliance: Current, unexpired DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III certification (CISSP, CASP+, GCIH, CISA, CCNP Security, CCSP or GCED). * Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret (TS) clearance to start. * Technical Breadth: Deep expertise in enterprise-grade routing/switching platforms (Cisco Catalyst/Nexus). * Compliance & Hardening: Practical experience using SCAP tools, Nessus/ACAS scanning reports, and STIG Viewer to remediate network findings. * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related technical field (substantial relevant DoD experience may substitute). Preferred Qualifications * Active Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise) or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE). * Hands-on experience with software-defined networking (Catalyst Center, SD-WAN, Cisco ACI). * Working knowledge of cloud transit architectures (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) connecting via DoD Cloud Access Points (CAP) or BCAP. * Prior experience configuring and maintaining enterprise monitoring platforms., Salary at RMC is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, a candidate's specific combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific requirements. The current salary range for this position will be $175,000 to $205,000 (annually). ## Description We are seeking a minimum 12 years of dedicated hands-on experience designing, securing, and maintaining enterprise network architectures within Department of Defense (DoD) mission environments. You will serve as the technical authority for secure routed and switched campus networks, cross-domain enclaves, DISA circuits, and tactical-to-strategic integration, ensuring strict alignment with DISA STIGs and NIST cybersecurity controls., * Architect, configure, and maintain high-availability Layer 2/3 local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN/CAN) across RDT&E, NIPR & SIPR. * Lead the implementation and lifecycle management of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VRFs, MPLS, VXLAN, and IPsec/DMVPN overlays. * Perform hard security baseline implementation using DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs). * Oversee network device accreditation and support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) assessment and authorization (A&A) process. * Administer, troubleshoot, and harden next-generation firewalls and network access control systems (Cisco ISE / 802.1X). * Interface directly with DISA, military leadership, and prime contractors to resolve circuit escalations, ASI (Authorized Service Interruptions), and mission-critical network incidents. * Mentor mid-level engineers, review engineering change proposals (ECPs), and maintain precise as-built diagrams (Visio) and standard operating procedures. ## 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) - [Demystifying application networking in the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/675-demystifying-application-networking-in-the-cloud) - [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) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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