Zachary Piper Solutions
Overview
Zachary Piper Solutions
is seeking a
Network Engineer
to support a federal program out of Springfield, VA. The Network Engineer will be responsible for supporting complex network environments, troubleshooting escalated issues and ensuring secure and efficient network operations. This role requires an Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance for consideration. Responsibilities Participate in hands-on installation and implementation of network technologies Configure and troubleshoot network devices using CLI, deploy patches, and optimize layer 2/layer 3 protocols Support cloud networking technologies such as Azure Virtual Networks and ExpressRoute and integrate with on-prem infrastructure Participate in Layer 1 troubleshooting/configuration cable types, media converters, and telco circuits Maintain and optimize routers, switches, and firewalls Set up and maintain VPNs (site-to-site and remote access) ensuring secure connectivity
Qualifications
3+ years of experience working in network engineering Hands-on experience with CLI, deploy patches, routers, switches, firewalls, TACLANEs, GEM One, Cisco IOS/NX-OS, Palo Alto firewalls, F5 load balancers, VPN technologies Extensive experience with Windows, Unix, and Linux operating systems Strong understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols Must be willing to travel (~1 week a month OCONUS/CONUS) Must hold active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility Bachelors degree in related field
Compensation
Salary: Up to $170,000 annually, commensurate with experience Comprehensive Benefits: Full Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k, PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by law
This job opens for applications on 09/12/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. Keywords: Network engineer, network administrator, mission critical, federal, CLI, network deployment, network configuration, Layer 1, Layer 2, Layer 3, BGP, border gateway protocol, MPLS, multiprotocol label switching, label switching, SD-WAN, WAN, LAN, telco, VPN, Cisco, Palo Alto, router, switch, firewall, GEM One, F5, top secret, TS/SCI, TS SCI, polygraph, poly, azure, express route, expressroute, demark, internet transport, CPE, circuits, cable type, juniper, virtual network, cloud network, network design, network architect, infrastructure, network troubleshooting, command line interface, TCP/IP, software-defined, wide area network, Fortinet, NAT, network virtual appliance, telco, IDS, IPS, solarwinds, wireshark, DNS, DHCP, CCNA, CCNP, sec+, compTIA #J-18808-Ljbffr
Zachary Piper Solutions
is seeking a
Network Engineer
to support a federal program out of Springfield, VA. The Network Engineer will be responsible for supporting complex network environments, troubleshooting escalated issues and ensuring secure and efficient network operations. This role requires an Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance for consideration. Responsibilities Participate in hands-on installation and implementation of network technologies Configure and troubleshoot network devices using CLI, deploy patches, and optimize layer 2/layer 3 protocols Support cloud networking technologies such as Azure Virtual Networks and ExpressRoute and integrate with on-prem infrastructure Participate in Layer 1 troubleshooting/configuration cable types, media converters, and telco circuits Maintain and optimize routers, switches, and firewalls Set up and maintain VPNs (site-to-site and remote access) ensuring secure connectivity
Qualifications
3+ years of experience working in network engineering Hands-on experience with CLI, deploy patches, routers, switches, firewalls, TACLANEs, GEM One, Cisco IOS/NX-OS, Palo Alto firewalls, F5 load balancers, VPN technologies Extensive experience with Windows, Unix, and Linux operating systems Strong understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols Must be willing to travel (~1 week a month OCONUS/CONUS) Must hold active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility Bachelors degree in related field
Compensation
Salary: Up to $170,000 annually, commensurate with experience Comprehensive Benefits: Full Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k, PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by law
This job opens for applications on 09/12/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. Keywords: Network engineer, network administrator, mission critical, federal, CLI, network deployment, network configuration, Layer 1, Layer 2, Layer 3, BGP, border gateway protocol, MPLS, multiprotocol label switching, label switching, SD-WAN, WAN, LAN, telco, VPN, Cisco, Palo Alto, router, switch, firewall, GEM One, F5, top secret, TS/SCI, TS SCI, polygraph, poly, azure, express route, expressroute, demark, internet transport, CPE, circuits, cable type, juniper, virtual network, cloud network, network design, network architect, infrastructure, network troubleshooting, command line interface, TCP/IP, software-defined, wide area network, Fortinet, NAT, network virtual appliance, telco, IDS, IPS, solarwinds, wireshark, DNS, DHCP, CCNA, CCNP, sec+, compTIA #J-18808-Ljbffr