> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/604551-senior-network-engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/604551-senior-network-engineering). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Engineering - **Company:** Quotient, Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, IEEE 802.1X, Cisco IOS, Complex Networks, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Segmentation, Performance Tuning, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Information and Event Management, Systems Integration, Virtual Local Area Networks, Network Routers, Nx-os, Firewall Services Module, Cisco - **Published:** June 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8991387/senior-network-engineering ## About the Role * Active Public Trust Tier 2 baseline clearance * U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence * 5+ years of experience leading network security architecture and Zero Trust enforcement * Expert-level Cisco enterprise network design and architecture experience across core, distribution, access, and edge layers * Experience working in federal environments subject to FISMA and NIST SP 800-53 compliance guidelines * Hands-on implementation of Zero Trust Architecture (NIST SP 800-207) elements including segmentation, micro-segmentation, and continuous verification * Proven experience leading or actively participating in security assessments, audits, and NIST RMF remediation programs * Expert knowledge of Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS for switch, router, and firewall configurations * Hands-on experience with 802.1X port-based NAC design, configuration, and enforcement * Experience integrating network devices with enterprise SIEM platforms for log forwarding, normalization, and alerting architecture * Experience configuring and deploying Network Detection and Response (NDR) tools * Experience implementing Cisco Secure Configuration Guides for device hardening and encryption enforcement * Expert knowledge of DNS, DHCP, VPN, and VLAN architecture and performance optimization * Proven ability to execute formal change management and brief senior agency leadership on complex network matters Preferred Qualifications: Active Cisco professional or expert-level credentials maintained for a minimum of 5 years, such as CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, or CCIE ## 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) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [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) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) ## Related Articles - [The Overflow: Security and Privacy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/715-the-overflow-security-and-privacy) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. Developers Decide What Actually Gets Deployed.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/693-events-like-rsac-get-you-cisos-developers-decide-what-actually-gets-deployed) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j)