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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** People, Technology & Processes
- **Location:** Norfolk, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Catalyst (Software), Configuration Management, CompTIA Network+, Firmware, Subnetting, Microsoft Visio, Network Monitoring, Cisco Nexus Switches, Performance Tuning, Virtual Local Area Networks, Network Routers, Computer Networking Systems, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cisco
- **Published:** June 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8396602/network-engineer

## About the Role

* 3-5 years of experience supporting enterprise or DoD networks, including router/switch configuration, firewall updates, and patching.
 * Working knowledge of Cisco networking gear, including Catalyst and Nexus series switches.
 * Familiarity with network monitoring tools, IP subnetting, VLAN design, and TCP/IP troubleshooting.
 * Experience supporting IT modernization efforts and technical documentation.
 * Ability to support day-to-day operations while contributing to configuration management and performance optimization.
 * CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Cisco CCNA preferred.
 * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.

## Description

* Oversee daily operations of both unclassified and classified enclaves, including routers, switches, load balancers, and other core equipment. Maintain optimal performance and availability for over 4,000 end-user devices.
 * Respond to Tier III network incidents, isolate faults, and implement corrective actions to restore service. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., 844th Comm Group, DISA Tier IV) as needed.
 * Support the execution of approved Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), including hardware reconfiguration, firmware updates, and topology adjustments.
 * Assist with implementation of network upgrades, device refreshes, and infrastructure redesigns based on evolving DISA enterprise strategies.
 * Apply and validate configuration baselines across network devices, reconciling current settings with approved standards. Document deviations and execute corrective measures.
 * Collaborate with the Document Analyst to ensure real-time updates to Visio-based logical and physical network diagrams following any approved change.
 * Provide input on business requirement documents (BRDs), risk assessments, and network impact analyses. Validate feasibility of proposed network changes


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