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# Network Engineer, Level 3

- **Company:** Independent Software
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, JIRA, Cisco PIX, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, System Configuration, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Installation Services, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, Hyperconverged Infrastructure, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Containerization, Information Technology, Operational Systems, Cisco
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5942844894

## About the Role

* Strong professional Network Engineering experience.
 * Hands-on experience configuring and maintaining Cisco and Arista networking equipment.
 * Ability to troubleshoot network infrastructure and operational connectivity issues.
 * Willingness to travel occasionally to OCONUS locations and participate in on-call support.

Desired Skills:

 * Experience with Cisco Call Manager and Cisco ASA firewalls.
 * Network design and architecture experience.
 * Experience automating network administration, inventory collection, and compliance tasks.
 * Familiarity with cloud technologies, hyperconverged infrastructure, and containerized environments.
 * Experience with LatteArt, STE/STN environments, and SSP compliance requirements., Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:
 * Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security Systems Engineering, or a related discipline, plus ten (10) years of relevant Network Engineering experience.
 * Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline, plus twelve (12) years of relevant Network Engineering experience.
 * No Degree: Sixteen (16) years of relevant Network Engineering experience and an industry-recognized networking certification, such as Arista Configuration Essentials, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or an applicable Juniper certification.

Certifications:

 * Must possess a current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III baseline certification.

Clearance Requirement:

 * Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

## Description

As a Network Engineer Level 3 at Independent Software, you will configure, deploy, and maintain Cisco and Arista network infrastructure supporting mission-critical operational systems. You will work alongside government and contractor engineering teams to support network installations, troubleshooting, security, and ongoing operations across local and remote locations.

You will also contribute to network modernization initiatives, including the design of new environments and the transition toward containerized and cloud-based technologies., * Configure, deploy, troubleshoot, and maintain Cisco and Arista network equipment.

 * Prepare, configure, and test networking systems in a lab environment before deployment.
 * Support installation and deployment of network equipment at local and remote locations.
 * Maintain operational networks, including firewalls and cryptographic equipment.
 * Monitor network operations, troubleshoot issues, and manage service requests through Jira.
 * Support network upgrades, infrastructure design, and modernization initiatives.
 * Collaborate with government personnel and engineering teams to maintain secure, reliable network operations.
 * Participate in on-call operational support and occasional OCONUS travel as required.