Network Engineer

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Network Engineer designing and securing scalable on-premises networks for AMERICAN SYSTEMS’ federal government customer in Chantilly, Virginia. Managing routing, firewalls, network upgrades, and security compliance.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeChantilly • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing networks in compliance with ICD 503, with a strong focus on security measures and performance testing. Proficient in managing network data transport, IP address allocation, and collaborating with cybersecurity teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active TS/SCI ClearanceDoD 8140 IAT II Level CertificationCisco Router and Switch ExperienceJuniper Router and Switch ExperienceNetwork Security Implementation

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Hard Skills

Network DesignLAN/WLAN/WAN DeploymentFirewall ConfigurationNetwork Performance TestingTraffic Routing ManagementAccess AuthenticationSTIG ImplementationNetwork TroubleshootingVirtualization KnowledgeCloud Platform Best Practices

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem SolvingProject Leadership

Tools & Technologies

CiscoJuniperFirewallsSyslog MonitoringCNDSP

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+ CEGSECCCNA-SecurityCySA+GICSPCNDSSCP

Industry Keywords

ICD 503DoD ComplianceNetwork SecurityRMF A&A ActivitiesNetwork Optimization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityFirewallsTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with systems architects to design, implement, and optimize customer networks in accordance with ICD 503
Design and deploy LAN, WLAN, and WAN networks
Investigate and resolve operational problems
Engineer and package releases
Plan and lead network installation and upgrade projects
Manage Layer 3 and below network data transport and overall traffic routing
Manage IP address space allocation and track permanent assignments
Create and implement network security measures, including access authentication and STIG implementation
Design, configure, deploy, and maintain firewalls
Monitor syslog events and implement security improvements
Work with systems administrators, cyber security officers, and CNDSP
Assist cyber security officers with information collection and reporting during RMF A&A activities
Conduct regular network performance tests
Resolve escalated network support issues and document resolutions
Research and analyze new network technologies and present upgrade recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph required
U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a clearance
Bachelor’s degree
5–7 years of relevant networking experience
DoD 8140 IAT II Level certification, such as Security+ CE, GSEC, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, CND, or SSCP
At least 5 years working with Juniper and Cisco routers and switches
Experience deploying, configuring, and migrating firewalls
Working knowledge of virtualization and cloud platforms, services, architectures/designs, and best practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance
Comprehensive benefits program
Employee-owned company