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# Senior Network Engineer

- **Company:** HUMAN CAPITAL LLC
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $105,900.0 - $233,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Disaster Recovery, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Failover, Monitoring of Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Nagios, NetFlow, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Schematic Capture, Wireshark, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Cloud-native Network Functions (CNF), Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Fortinet, Terraform, Cisco
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-network-engineer-virginia-mn--49d277da-7d36-41b2-8fca-24c6a5b59697

## About the Role

* Hands-on with Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Palo Alto, or Fortinet gear, including Cisco CLI and GUI
 * Deep routing and switching knowledge (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS)
 * Cloud networking experience (VPCs, VNets, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute)
 * Strong communication with people at every level
 * Solid grasp of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and NAC
 * Familiarity with AutoCAD or schematic capture tools
 * Ability to read network diagrams, cable run lists, electrical schematics, and power requirements
 * Bachelor's degree in CS, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience
 * U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly

Nice to Have

 * Certs such as CCIE (a big plus), CCNP, JNCIE, PCNSE, AWS Advanced Networking, CISSP, or ITIL v4
 * Monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark, or NetFlow
 * Government, defense, or regulated industry background
 * SDN and SD-WAN experience
 * ITIL and change management
 * Master's degree

Levels: Hiring from mid-level (3+ years) through principal (16+ years), all with a bachelor's degree.

## Description

Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph | Type: Full-time | Location: VirginiaBase Pay: $105,900 to $233,900, depending on levelThe Opportunity Join a mission-focused team as the engineer responsible for building and running a secure, high-performing network across on-prem and cloud environments. You will design it, fix it, automate it, and mentor others along the way.What You'll DoDesign network architecture that is secure, scalable, and fastConfigure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancersInstall, move, and decommission equipment and cabling as needs changeBuild and manage hybrid and cloud networks in AWS, Azure, or GCPApply Zero Trust principles and next-gen firewall practices aligned with NIST and ISO 27001Lead deep troubleshooting and tune performance using metricsTest and roll out patches, new features, and tool updatesAutomate with Python, Ansible, or TerraformPlan redundancy, failover, and disaster recoveryWrite SOPs, network documentation, and training for IT staffCoach junior engineers and work across teams on IT projectsWhat You BringHands-on with Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Palo Alto, or Fortinet gear, including Cisco CLI and GUIDeep routing and switching knowledge (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS)Cloud networking experience (VPCs, VNets, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute)Strong communication with people at every levelSolid grasp of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and NACFamiliarity with AutoCAD or schematic capture toolsAbility to read network diagrams, cable run lists, electrical schematics, and power requirementsBachelor's degree in CS, IT, or related field, or equivalent experienceU.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Full Scope PolyNice to HaveCerts such as CCIE (a big plus), CCNP, JNCIE, PCNSE, AWS Advanced Networking, CISSP, or ITIL v4Monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark, or NetFlowGovernment, defense, or regulated industry backgroundSDN and SD-WAN experienceITIL and change managementMaster's degreeLevels: Hiring from mid-level (3+ years) through principal (16+ years), all with a bachelor's degree.Human Capital Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.