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Macpower Digital Assets Edge formerly MDA Edge

Network Engineer with Active TS/SCI

Macpower Digital Assets Edge formerly MDA Edge, Corridor North, Maryland, United States

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$100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr Clearance Required:

Active TS/SCI

Certification Requirement:

DoD 8570 IAT Level III (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CCNP Security)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled

Network Engineer

to support the

Department of Navy

in designing, optimizing, and maintaining a secure, high-performance network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with

Cisco network platforms ,

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) automation , and

enterprise-scale network architecture . This role involves

modernizing WAN/MAN/LAN technologies , ensuring network security, and implementing automation for efficient provisioning.

Key Responsibilities

Network Design & Architecture

Evaluate and recommend new communications technologies to enhance network capabilities. Analyze existing network architecture and design upgrades for WAN/MAN/LAN environments. Develop detailed schematics, technical documentation, and SOPs for network configurations. Conduct cost/benefit analysis for hardware/software solutions to meet current and future capacity needs. Design telecommunications circuit specifications and ensure compliance with DoD standards.

Implementation & Optimization

Test and validate network designs before deployment. Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal operation. Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions for automated network provisioning (e.g., Ansible, Terraform). Maintain expertise in Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and unified communications systems.

Security & Compliance

Ensure network designs comply with DoD RMF (Risk Management Framework) and DODAF 2.0 standards. Support Change Management Processes for secure and efficient network updates. Work with network encryptors for secure data transmission in low-bandwidth environments.

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance (non-negotiable). Education & Experience: BS/BA + 5 years of network engineering experience OR MS/MA + 3 years of network engineering experience. Technical Expertise: Proven experience with Cisco networking (routers, switches, firewalls, UC systems). Proficiency in network automation tools (Ansible, Python, Terraform). Strong Visio/MS Office skills for network documentation. Experience with LAN/WAN optimization and troubleshooting. Certification: DoD 8570 IAT Level III (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, CCNP Security) - must be obtained before start date. Desired Qualifications

Professional Certifications: Cisco (CCNP Enterprise, DevNet Professional) Azure (AZ-104), VMware (VCP-NV), ITIL 4 Advanced Networking Knowledge: VMware NSX-T, SDN (Software-Defined Networking), NetFlow/SNMP monitoring DISN (Defense Information Systems Network) or CANES (Consolidated Afloat Networks) Methodologies & Frameworks: Agile project management Risk Management Framework (RMF) Why Join This Role?

Mission-Critical Impact: Support the Department of Navy in securing and modernizing enterprise networks. Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with Cisco, IaC automation, SDN, and cloud-integrated networks. Career Growth: Opportunities for certification advancement and leadership in network architecture.

Note

Location: Onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. Certification Compliance: IAT Level III must be obtained before starting.

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