Network Engineer (Senior / Lead) – Cisco Focus

Innovatus Technology Consulting • Dahlgren, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Innovatus Technology Consulting is seeking a senior Network Engineer with strong leadership experience to support the design and implementation of LAN/WAN environments in Dahlgren, Virginia. The role focuses on advanced Cisco technologies, including Cisco Firewall and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), as well as Juniper platforms, TCP/IP, VoIP, routers, switches, fiber optics, firewalls, and cable plant design.

The position supports contract and task order requirements in a secure government environment. Candidates must be designated at the DoD IAT III level and hold an active T5 (Top Secret) investigation/clearance at the time of hire or as required by the task order. U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Requirements

• At least six years of professional work and leadership experience designing and implementing LAN/WAN environments using Cisco, Juniper, TCP/IP, and VoIP technologies, routers, switches, fiber optics, firewalls, and cable plant designs.
• Demonstrated experience with Cisco Firewall technologies, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), and other Cisco platforms.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise networking, routing and switching, security devices, and structured cabling.
• DoD 8570/8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III designation.
• Active Top Secret (T5) clearance.
• U.S. citizenship for clearance eligibility.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and work effectively in a government/DoD support environment.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant Cisco certifications, such as CCNP, CCIE, or Cisco security-focused credentials.
• Experience supporting DoD or federal government network infrastructures, including classified environments.
• Familiarity with network security best practices, zero-trust concepts, and related tools.
• Additional experience with network monitoring, automation, or related engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, planning, and implementation of LAN/WAN infrastructure in corporate and government environments.
• Configure, deploy, and optimize Cisco and Juniper routers, switches, firewalls, and related network devices.
• Design and support VoIP systems, fiber-optic cabling, cable plants, and associated infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on network architecture, security, and performance improvements.
• Develop network documentation, diagrams, procedures, and recommendations for system enhancements or modifications.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform capacity planning and optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet operational, performance, and security requirements.
• Support secure network operations in a DoD environment, including compliance with applicable policies and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed