Network Engineer - SME #1426885

About NDi:

Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor that specializes in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas. Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

Job Description:

The SME Network Engineer will be a key personnel role supporting our customers' Enterprise Remote Access Solution, focused on designing, deploying, and sustaining secure network architectures leveraging guidance from the NSA CSfC program. This role requires expertise in advanced networking technologies, network security, and secure communications to ensure system compliance with federal cybersecurity and infrastructure policies.

This role is critical to the success of a enterprise CSfC deployment and will involve sustaining, modernizing, and securing the remote access network infrastructure while supporting Zero Trust implementation.

Requirements:

• U.S Citizenship required.
• This role is fully onsite (5days / week) in Washington DC.
• Occasional travel will also be required to data centers and field offices.
• Current Top-Secret Clearance with the capability of obtaining SCI / CI Poly

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10 years of experience in of experience in network engineering and security.
• Strong background in CSfC, TIC 3.0, and Zero Trust.
• Experience in designing and implementing SD-WAN, VPN, and MPLS networks.
• Expertise in Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, and Fortinet networking technologies.
• Experience working in federal government or DoD environments.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with network segmentation and micro-segmentation strategies.
• Familiarity with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions such as Citrix, VMware Horizon, or Microsoft AVD.
• Understanding of enterprise IT policies and governance structures.
• Knowledge of ServiceNow for IT asset management and compliance tracking.

Certifications (Preferred):

• CCNP or CCIE (Cisco Certified Network Professional/Expert).
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional).
• Security (CompTIA Security ).
• JNCIA/JNCIS (Juniper Networks).

Responsibilities:

Network Architecture & Engineering:

• Design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructures for classified and unclassified environments.

Configuration & Optimization:

• Configure routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN appliances for high-availability and secure remote access solutions.

Security & Compliance:

• Ensure network compliance with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC), and NIST 800-171.

Integration & Automation:

• Implement enterprise network monitoring and automation tools for proactive threat detection and mitigation.
  

Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS):

• Support integration of cross-domain solutions for secure data exchange across classification levels.
  

Technical Documentation:

• Develop and maintain network topology diagrams, SOPs, and security accreditation packages.

Incident Response & Troubleshooting:

• Lead network troubleshooting efforts, respond to cybersecurity threats, and coordinate disaster recovery planning.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with IT leadership, vendors, and government partners to ensure seamless network performance and compliance.

Compensation and Benefits:

At NDi, we value our team and are committed to retaining top talent by offering competitive benefits and compensation packages. Our employee benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental, vision, pet, and legal insurance. Our corporate benefits include 401(k) retirement matching, paid leave, paid holidays, and health and wellness programs. In addition, we provide employer-paid life and disability insurance, professional development, education benefits, and much more to ensure our team has the resources they need to thrive on and off the job.

Veterans First Commitment:

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), NDi is dedicated to hiring veterans and providing a supportive work environment that honors their service while recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to our organization.

Commitment to Diversity: NDi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, citizenship, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law in all phases of the employment process and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As a federal government contractor, NDi complies with all applicable affirmative action requirements.

Apply Now: Take advantage of this unique opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing companies in Federal contracting!

Salary : $155,000 - $195,000