Network Engineer

Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking experienced Network Engineers to join our team in Quantico, VA! 

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing computer networks to ensure reliable and efficient communication and connectivity within organizations. You will utilize your expertise in network architecture, protocols, and technologies to plan, deploy, and optimize network infrastructure to meet business requirements and support organizational goals.

Responsibilities Include:

• Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable network infrastructure, including hardware, software, and security components. 

• Migrate and consolidate on-premise network systems into a hybrid cloud environment (AWS Secret and GovCloud). 

• Ensure high availability and performance of networks, including monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting. 

• Manage firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs, ensuring compliance with security protocols and FBI standards. 

• Conduct regular network assessments to identify vulnerabilities, enhance cybersecurity posture, and ensure compliance with FBI and NIST guidelines. 

• Support network virtualization (e.g., Hyper-V, VMware) and monitoring tools such as Splunk Enterprise. 

• Oversee patch management, disaster recovery planning, and routine backup operations. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security engineers, systems administrators, and project managers, to support network-dependent systems and applications. 

• Document network configurations, processes, and procedures to ensure continuity and knowledge sharing. 

• Manage user access, identity management, and network policy enforcement to protect sensitive systems and data. 
• Design network topologies, select and configure network equipment such as routers, switches, and firewalls, and implement network security measures to protect against cyber threats and unauthorized access.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• Must have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Must have a Master's degree with 3 years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience OR Associate's with 8 years of related experience OR HS diploma with 11 years of related experience. 
• Proven expertise in managing Cisco networking technologies (routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs).
• Experience with network virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware ESXi, Hyper-V).
• Experience using Splunk or similar tools for monitoring and analyzing network performance. 
• Ability to develop and implement network migration plans to cloud platforms (AWS or similar).

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting networks in classified environments with strict compliance to NIST standards. 

• Familiarity with cloud services (AWS EC2, RDS, S3) and hybrid cloud solutions. 

• Working knowledge of disaster recovery planning and failover cluster management. 

• Experience using advanced network management tools like Citrix XenCenter, Dell OpenManage Enterprise, and Cisco Network Analysis tools. 

• Solid documentation and technical writing skills.
• Solid understanding of network security protocols, including firewalls, encryption, and intrusion prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
• Familiarity with patch management tools such as WSUS, SCCM, and BigFix.
• Knowledge of Active Directory, Windows Server 2019, and Red Hat Linux systems.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

Equal Employment Opportunity

Noblis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race (as well as because of or on the basis of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Noblis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Noblis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact employee-relations@noblis.org.

Salary : $107,100 - $167,325