Secret Cleared Network Engineer

Post Date

Mar 06, 2024

Location

Alexandria,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

22314
US
Jun 06, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

BAL-685527

Pay Rate

$43 - $65 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking to hire a Secret Cleared Network Engineer to support a defense contract in Alexandria, VA. This team is responsible for providing continuous maintenance and integration of computer hardware and software used around the world by individuals within the Department of Defense. Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Participate in the maintenance of 10-15 switches and 200+ routers globally.

Analyze and make recommendations to adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands.

Supervise network operations, maintenance, repairs or upgrades.

Review and approve equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems.

Review and approve conceptual, logical or physical network designs.

Develop procedures to track and report network availability, reliability, capacity or utilization and recommend security measures such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.

Assist in future upgrade and replacement of current routers

Required Skills & Experience

Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance

CompTIA Security+ certification

Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

3+ years of experience working as a Network Engineer supporting Cisco and Aruba routers and switches on LAN/WAN

Ability to support layers 1-4 within OSI model

Ability to operate independently with minimum supervision and guidance

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Any additional certifications (CCNA or CASP)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.