Ardent Principles
Network Engineer
We're looking for a talented and driven Network Engineer to help us solve the defense industry's most complex challenges. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of creating robust, high-performance network solutions in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you thrive on technical challenges and want to contribute to meaningful work, we want to hear from you. With a competitive salary range and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together! Ardent Principles signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients. Key Responsibilities
In this challenging yet rewarding role as a Network Engineer, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with: Supporting enterprise-scale networking environments Cisco ISR/ASR routers, Catalyst/Nexus switches, ASA and Firepower firewalls. IP routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLAN design and spanning-tree protocols (STP/RSTP/MST), HSRP/VRRP/GLBP, IP services (NAT, ACL, QoS), and traffic monitoring. SolarWinds, PRTG, Cisco Prime, and packet capture tools (Wireshark, tcpdump). Working with and strong understanding of DHCP, DNS, NTP, IP subnetting, and route summarization. IPsec, SSL, DMVPN, site-to-site, and remote access VPN technologies. Understanding NIST and IC cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices. What We Offer You
We offer: Highly Competitive Salary : Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions. Generous Paid Time Off : Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits. Dedicated Training Budget : Supporting continuous learning and professional development. 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance : Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family. 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance : Offering financial security and peace of mind. 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match : Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one. 11 Paid Government Holidays : Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends. Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance : Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements. This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in the Tyson's Corner, VA area during core hours.
We're looking for a talented and driven Network Engineer to help us solve the defense industry's most complex challenges. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of creating robust, high-performance network solutions in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you thrive on technical challenges and want to contribute to meaningful work, we want to hear from you. With a competitive salary range and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together! Ardent Principles signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients. Key Responsibilities
In this challenging yet rewarding role as a Network Engineer, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with: Supporting enterprise-scale networking environments Cisco ISR/ASR routers, Catalyst/Nexus switches, ASA and Firepower firewalls. IP routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VLAN design and spanning-tree protocols (STP/RSTP/MST), HSRP/VRRP/GLBP, IP services (NAT, ACL, QoS), and traffic monitoring. SolarWinds, PRTG, Cisco Prime, and packet capture tools (Wireshark, tcpdump). Working with and strong understanding of DHCP, DNS, NTP, IP subnetting, and route summarization. IPsec, SSL, DMVPN, site-to-site, and remote access VPN technologies. Understanding NIST and IC cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices. What We Offer You
We offer: Highly Competitive Salary : Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions. Generous Paid Time Off : Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits. Dedicated Training Budget : Supporting continuous learning and professional development. 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance : Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family. 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance : Offering financial security and peace of mind. 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match : Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one. 11 Paid Government Holidays : Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends. Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance : Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements. This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in the Tyson's Corner, VA area during core hours.