Senior Network Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Senior Network Engineer with Security Clearance
Location: Annapolis Junction

Join Clear Edge and be a part of a dynamic team that solves some of the DoD's most complex technical challenges. Every day, Clear Edge empowers our customers in government and industry with innovative, data-driven solutions. Check out our extremely competitive benefits package at  , which includes a $10k annual training/education benefit, 10% 401k contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowance, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab.

We also offer monthly Tech Connect and Deep Dive collaboration sessions with our entire technical staff. Your Mission Join Clear Edge as a Network Engineer supporting programs and infrastructure. You will design, implement, maintain, and upgrade network systems, ensuring reliable and secure communication across software engineering environments. Your work will include analyzing network performance, troubleshooting issues, recommending improvements, and supporting both Linux and Windows systems to optimize connectivity and operational efficiency.

You Will Excel If You Are:
* Experienced in designing, implementing, and maintaining Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls

* Proficient with Linux and Windows, including system administration tasks

* Certified at CCNA or CCNP level and Security+

* Comfortable performing physical network tasks, including climbing ladders to access equipment

* Skilled in troubleshooting network performance and recommending upgrades or modifications

* Familiar with patching and upgrading Linux servers and network resources

* Knowledgeable in automation tools such as Ansible or Salt

* Experienced with AWS and virtualized network environments A Day In The Life Of:
* Designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise networks to support distributed software systems

* Monitoring network performance, analyzing traffic, and troubleshooting connectivity or throughput issues

* Performing upgrades, patches, and configuration changes on routers, switches, firewalls, and servers

* Supporting both Linux and Windows systems, including administration tasks where required

* Using automation tools like Ansible or Salt to streamline network operations

* Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, reliable network functionality

* Recommending network component upgrades or modifications based on performance analysis

* Ensuring compliance with security policies and operational standards Must Have:
* Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance

* Twelve (12) years' experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required

* Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required; four (4) additional years of network engineering experience may be substituted for a degree

* IAT Level III baseline certification

* Minimum of 3 years as a Network Engineer within the last 3 years

* Experience with Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls

* Proficient in Linux and Windows, with system administration experience a plus Nice To Have:
* Experience patching and upgrading Linux servers and networking resources

* Experience with automation tools such as Ansible or Salt

* Experience with AWS and virtualized network environments

About us:

We are an experienced advanced analytic development company providing Cyber solutions to current and emerging missions. Our Core Values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability drive our mission and vision and are the heart of what we do each day. We combine our Core Values with the three key elements of people, technology, and integrity to repeatedly deliver stellar results within our primary competencies.

If this position does not fit your skillset, please visit our Careers page to explore our current openings, or contact a Clear Edge recruiter at [email protected]. Clear Edge is an equal opportunity employer.