Florida Staffing
Network Engineer Senior
The Network Engineer designs, plans, builds, and maintains secure communications networks supporting enterprise and hybrid environments. Configures routers and switches, firewalls, and IPSec-based VPN solutions for LAN, WAN, and remote-access connectivity. Coordinates LAN/WAN hardware/software improvements and/or enhancements. Ensures network reliability, scalability, and compliance while leveraging automation and emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and support mission critical business operations. Displays a comprehensive understanding of routing and switching protocols to include but not limited to OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP. Has an in-depth understanding of Cisco IOS platforms and practical knowledge of networking topologies (LAN, WAN) and hands on experience with IPSec VPNs. Experience with containerized environments such as Kubernetes or RedHat OpenShift preferred. Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds or other network monitoring tools). Design, implement, and maintain complex LAN/WAN infrastructures, including routing, switching, and secure VPN connectivity. Ensure network integrity, compliance with security policies, and proper backup and recovery processes. Understanding of hybrid and on-prem networking concepts with exposure to multi-cloud or Kubernetes based integrations (AWS, Azure, GCP) preferred. Proven ability to analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex performance and connectivity issues. Proven experience with Cisco Secure Firewalls (FTD/FMC), ISE, and 802.1x authentication, including device access troubleshooting on network switches. Evaluate and integrate new communications technologies to enhance network performance, security, and scalability. Maintain current knowledge of evolving network and automation technologies. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide mentorship when needed. Linux system administration (RedHat Enterprise) preferred. Configure and administer Cisco routers, switches, secure firewalls, and ISE for identity-based access control and 802.1x authentication. Develop and maintain YAML-based configuration templates and automation scripts to streamline network provisioning and policy deployment preferred. Infrastructure automation, YAML configuration management, or DevNet style workflow integration preferred. Thorough understanding and practical expertise with Intelligence Community Directive 503 (ICD 503), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework, or CIS (Center for Internet Security) controls (preferred). What You'll Need To Succeed
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Network Engineer Senior must have: Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Experience: 8-10+ years of related experience Certifications: DoD 8570.01 (Security + or higher), Cisco CCNP (active) required Certifications: Cisco CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, DevNet, RHCE, EHCSA, or Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD) preferred Security clearance level: TS/SCI US citizenship required. GDIT Is Your Place
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace Own Your Opportunity
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward. The likely salary range for this position is $110,500 - $149,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events.
The Network Engineer designs, plans, builds, and maintains secure communications networks supporting enterprise and hybrid environments. Configures routers and switches, firewalls, and IPSec-based VPN solutions for LAN, WAN, and remote-access connectivity. Coordinates LAN/WAN hardware/software improvements and/or enhancements. Ensures network reliability, scalability, and compliance while leveraging automation and emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and support mission critical business operations. Displays a comprehensive understanding of routing and switching protocols to include but not limited to OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP. Has an in-depth understanding of Cisco IOS platforms and practical knowledge of networking topologies (LAN, WAN) and hands on experience with IPSec VPNs. Experience with containerized environments such as Kubernetes or RedHat OpenShift preferred. Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds or other network monitoring tools). Design, implement, and maintain complex LAN/WAN infrastructures, including routing, switching, and secure VPN connectivity. Ensure network integrity, compliance with security policies, and proper backup and recovery processes. Understanding of hybrid and on-prem networking concepts with exposure to multi-cloud or Kubernetes based integrations (AWS, Azure, GCP) preferred. Proven ability to analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex performance and connectivity issues. Proven experience with Cisco Secure Firewalls (FTD/FMC), ISE, and 802.1x authentication, including device access troubleshooting on network switches. Evaluate and integrate new communications technologies to enhance network performance, security, and scalability. Maintain current knowledge of evolving network and automation technologies. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide mentorship when needed. Linux system administration (RedHat Enterprise) preferred. Configure and administer Cisco routers, switches, secure firewalls, and ISE for identity-based access control and 802.1x authentication. Develop and maintain YAML-based configuration templates and automation scripts to streamline network provisioning and policy deployment preferred. Infrastructure automation, YAML configuration management, or DevNet style workflow integration preferred. Thorough understanding and practical expertise with Intelligence Community Directive 503 (ICD 503), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework, or CIS (Center for Internet Security) controls (preferred). What You'll Need To Succeed
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Network Engineer Senior must have: Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Experience: 8-10+ years of related experience Certifications: DoD 8570.01 (Security + or higher), Cisco CCNP (active) required Certifications: Cisco CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, DevNet, RHCE, EHCSA, or Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD) preferred Security clearance level: TS/SCI US citizenship required. GDIT Is Your Place
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace Own Your Opportunity
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward. The likely salary range for this position is $110,500 - $149,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events.