Network Engineer 2

Columbia Technology Partners • Annapolis Junction, MD

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About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Network Engineer 2 to support the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise network environments. This role focuses on advanced network architecture, security enforcement, and performance across complex datacenter and enterprise infrastructures. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with network design and security technologies, contributing to both buildout and operational support of high-performance network environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Two (2) additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience in network engineering, including LAN design, architecture, monitoring, security, and protection
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (or equivalent)
• Experience with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and IPSEC VPNs
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Nice To Haves

• DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network architecture across LAN and datacenter environments
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
• Support network security architecture, including firewalls, access controls, and secure boundaries
• Monitor and optimize network performance, ensuring reliability and scalability
• Configure and manage IPSEC VPNs and secure communication channels
• Analyze network traffic and perform packet capture for troubleshooting and performance tuning
• Work with TCP/IP protocols, routing, and switching to maintain network integrity
• Support virtualization technologies, including VMware and container-based solutions
• Maintain documentation and track work through ticketing systems
• Participate in on-call support and live operational environments

Benefits

• Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
• PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
• Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level