Network Engineer w/ Active Top Secret or DHS Clearance

Job Type: On-site

Job Location: Fairfax, VA

Categories: Program / Project Management

InDev is seeking an experienced network engineer to provide onsite support for one of our federal projects supporting DHS. The successful candidate will serve in a crucial role providing hands-on, day-to-day support in a fast-paced, high-tempo environment. Your responsibilities will include designing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks to ensure their reliability and security, accounting for the unique requirements that surround a federal implementation. Your duties will include configuring network devices, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with other IT and network professionals to support our DHS customer’s needs.


Note: Due to the unique nature of the work, this is an onsite role with no option for teleworking.

YOUR FUTURE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Design and Implementation

• Network Architecture: Create and design network infrastructure tailored to organizational needs.


• Device Configuration: Set-up and configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.


• Automation: Automate repetitive configuration and compliance checks with Python, Ansible, Git and vendor APIs instead of editing devices one at a time.

Monitoring and Maintenance

• Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor network performance to identify and resolve issues proactively.


• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and fix connectivity problems, performance degradation, and configuration errors.


• Documentation: Document topologies, device standards, runbooks and post-incident reviews so other engineers can support the network during outages.

Security Management

• Network Security: Implement security measures to protect the network from unauthorized access and cyber threats.


• Regular Updates: Ensure that all network devices and software are up-to-date with the latest security patches.

Technical and Soft Skills

• Communications: Collaborate across Government, contractor, cybersecurity, infrastructure, enterprise architecture, quality assurance, software development, and business organizations.


• Infrastructure: Support projects involving enterprise cloud technologies.


• Technical Leadership: Provide subject matter expertise for new projects and implementations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.


• 7+ years’ experience, minimum 5 years working on Federal networks.


• Hands-on, expert level skills and experience with the following technologies: VMWare, Active Directory, Ansible, Python.


• Hands-on, additional experience with the following technologies: Cisco Networking with Meraki SD-WAN knowledge, Cyber Security Skills.


• General skills and best practices knowledge of a network related to incident management, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, etc.


• Ability to analyze issues and develop effective solutions.

NICE TO HAVES

• Experience supporting DHS Programs.


• Relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, and CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate. or CompTIA Network+.


• Experience with enterprise digital transformation or cloud modernization initiatives.

Clearance: U.S. Citizen; Active DHS clearance or Top Secret DoD Clearance.

WHY INDEV

• Innovative Environment:  Join a team that thrives on creativity and innovation, where your ideas are not only heard but encouraged.


• Meaningful Impact: Contribute to projects that directly impact federal agencies, driving positive change on a national scale.


• Dynamic Collaboration: Work alongside diverse experts who are passionate about pushing boundaries and making a difference.


• Agile Mindset: Embrace Agile methodologies that encourage flexibility, adaptability, and rapid growth.


• Learning Culture: Enjoy ongoing learning opportunities and professional development to expand your skill set.


• Cutting-edge Tech: Engage with the latest technologies and tools in the data integration landscape.

If you’re ready to embark on a journey of innovation, collaboration, and impact, InDev welcomes you to join our team. Let’s shape the future together.