Network Systems Engineer

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Network Systems Engineer monitoring, configuring, and maintaining network systems for IntelliDyne. Requires Secret clearance and relevant networking experience.

Posted 5/11/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudFirewallsLinuxServiceNowVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Troubleshoot and resolve various issues with server, network, and storage infrastructure.
Monitor and maintain network and system health using tools such as WhatsUp Gold, Nagios, and ServiceNow to detect issues, generate alerts, and support incident management for enterprise infrastructure.
Perform build, configuration, and implementation of network infrastructure including routers, firewalls, switches, and VPN systems.
Take ownership of incidents and identify problem trends to improve overall environment dependability and meet Service Level Agreements.
Configure, monitor, and maintain virtual local area networks, wireless area networks, and authentication measures.
Support connectivity of development and production environments consisting of Microsoft Windows Server, on-premises storage systems, cloud connectivity at AWS and Microsoft Azure, and VMware solutions.
Write scripts as applicable to configure monitoring tools and escalations.
Provide WAN/LAN support for multi-vendor environments, including connectivity, configuration, and firmware management.
Provide technical expertise for network and security vendor devices undergoing patch management.
Own transparent communication with leadership by escalating incidents, emerging risks, and key decisions that require management awareness, to support proactive responsiveness.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Secret clearance (Top Secret preferred)
Bachelor’s Degree in networking, systems engineering, or similar field
7+ years of relevant networking/systems experience
One of the following certifications: M365E/X, VCP, CCNP, LPIC, or Linux+

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive and supportive work environment
Competitive compensation package
Professional growth through annual subsidy for trainings, certifications, professional memberships as well as mentorships and job shadowing
Medical, dental, vision, 401(K) with company match
Paid Time Off Program, 11 holidays, paid parental leave, military leave, and government shutdown leave
Rewards and recognition through peer awards, service year awards, spot bonuses, and annual company awards
Wellness and mental health benefits
Commuter benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

troubleshootingnetwork infrastructureserver managementstorage managementscriptingconfiguration managementincident managementpatch managementWAN supportLAN support

Soft Skills

ownershipproblem identificationcommunicationproactive responsiveness

Certifications

M365E/XVCPCCNPLPICLinux+