Network Engineer
Synergy ECP•Annapolis Junction, MD
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to support the design, integration, deployment, and optimization of secure, high-performance network solutions. This role involves configuring and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure, supporting mission-critical operations, and collaborating across engineering teams to ensure scalable and reliable connectivity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
- 5+ years of experience supporting complex network engineering programs or contracts
- Experience configuring and troubleshooting switches, routers, and firewalls
- Experience with network monitoring and analysis tools including WhatsUpGold and NetFlow
- Knowledge of secure network design and boundary protection solutions
- Experience optimizing network performance and minimizing latency
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in enterprise network environments
- U.S. Citizenship
- TS/SCI w/ Polygraph clearance
Nice To Haves
- Additional network engineering experience may substitute for degree requirements
- Experience with DCID 6/3 and/or ICD 503 compliance frameworks
- Experience with Computer Network Operations and PL3 high/high solutions
- Familiarity with Layer 2–7 networking technologies
- Experience integrating boundary/security solutions into customer environments
- Experience with RF communications solutions and WAN test equipment
- Prior experience leading technical teams or large engineering efforts
Responsibilities
- Design, configure, integrate, test, and support secure network solutions
- Deploy and maintain switches, routers, firewalls, and boundary devices
- Optimize network performance, throughput, scalability, and reliability
- Monitor and troubleshoot network issues using tools such as WhatsUpGold and NetFlow
- Support WAN/LAN architectures and high-speed network topologies
- Collaborate with systems engineering and cross-functional teams to define and implement requirements
- Analyze network traffic and develop firewall rule sets
- Support security planning, risk analysis, and implementation of secure architectures
- Validate network dataflows, interfaces, and security device configurations
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support large-scale engineering efforts
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Benefits package
- 401K Retirement plan
- People Partners to help navigate personal and professional worlds
- Strong wellness related resources offered through our healthcare provider
- Company-sponsored continuing education program
- Generous Paid Time Off benefit
- 11 paid holidays a year
- Flexible work options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
