Network Engineer

Network Engineer Location: Ft Meade, MD (50% Hybrid) Work Type: Full Time Job Description: GridIron IT is seeking a seeking a Network Engineer with a Secret Clearance.

You will support an extensive digital modernization program critical to Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Fourth Estate Agencies.

The Senior Network Engineer will develop, configure, and deploy network services within the Azure Cloud and data centers to fulfill end user requirements.

Primary Responsibilities: Design, maintain, and operate Wireless and Local Area Networks (LANs/WLAN) and Wide Area Networks (WANs), using Infrastructure as Code and Ansible Automation Platform Automate network changes on across various vendor platforms and Azure Cloud Assist multifunctional team to help optimize and visualize network operations Conduct data captures to obtain network performance information Provide inputs to the design of the enterprise’s network and mission architecture Evaluate network architectures across platforms to ensure alignment to cloud and network modernization strategies, capabilities and requirement sets Actively identify opportunities for improvement, including innovations aimed at improving the user experience, improving efficiencies, and lowering sustainment costs Enforce security best practices and guidelines, leveraging knowledge of security policies, network security, and data security Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience.

Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.

Experience designing, deploying, and operating software defined networking solutions Understanding of networking in the areas of LAN, WAN, TCP/UDP, IPSec, VPN, proxies, routing (L2/L3), firewalls and software defined networking Experience developing and deploying Infrastructure as Code (IaC), utilizing continuous integration / continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools, and leveraging automation platforms such as Ansible or Azure Functions Understanding of Federal Government application, server, and network security requirements such as NIST, FedRAMP, and FISMA Ability to work effectively within a distributed technical team, aided by strong written and verbal communication skills Familiarity with the Atlassian suite, including Jira and Confluence Current IAT Level II (or higher) Certification such as Security + CE or CISSP Must currently posses an active U.S.

DoD Secret clearance Desired Qualifications Certified Cisco Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent Working experience installing, configuring, and managing Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, and IPAM) Experience migrating networks to IPv6 Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $130,000-$150,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs.

This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees.

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C.

area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States.

Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies.

Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications.

These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.