Job Description
Job Description
RiVidium Inc. is seeking an experienced Network Engineer ? Level 1 to support the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) enterprise network environment. This role serves as a senior-level network engineering subject matter expert responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of mission-critical network infrastructure supporting multiple enclaves and tenant agencies.
Position Overview
The Network Engineer will design, implement, monitor, maintain, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure while supporting complex networking projects within a highly secure Department of Defense environment. The successful candidate will provide advanced troubleshooting, network architecture support, vulnerability remediation, and operational support for a large-scale enterprise network.
This position requires extensive experience with Cisco networking technologies, Palo Alto firewalls, routing and switching protocols, network security, and DoD cybersecurity compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, manage, and optimize network performance across multiple enclaves using enterprise monitoring and management tools.
- Design, configure, implement, and maintain enterprise networking infrastructure.
- Install and upgrade network hardware and software to support operational requirements.
- Develop and maintain network diagrams, configurations, technical documentation, deployment plans, and architecture drawings.
- Collaborate with tenant agency engineers and stakeholders on networking initiatives and infrastructure projects.
- Troubleshoot network outages, performance issues, and connectivity problems to ensure mission continuity.
- Support routing, switching, firewall, and network security operations.
- Coordinate with vendors to evaluate, procure, and implement networking solutions.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on network devices and infrastructure components.
- Ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities and compliance with DISA STIG requirements.
- Support network modernization initiatives and evaluate emerging technologies.
- Provide technical expertise and recommendations to leadership and Government stakeholders.
- Participate in after-hours troubleshooting and support activities as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance required at contract start.
- Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in network engineering and enterprise infrastructure support.
- Experience supporting data center technologies within large enterprise or government environments.
- Strong experience with:
- Inter-VLAN Routing
- OSPF
- BGP
- HSRP
- Hands-on experience with:
- Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
- Cisco DNA Center / Catalyst Center
- Cisco ASR Routers
- Cisco Catalyst Switches
- Cisco Nexus Platforms
- Cisco Firewalls
- Palo Alto Firewalls
- Strong understanding of network security principles and enterprise architecture.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to create and maintain detailed technical documentation and network diagrams.
- Must meet DoD 8140 Cybersecurity Workforce requirements.
Required Certifications
Candidates must possess one of the following at contract start:
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) ? Enterprise, Data Center, or Service Provider Track
OR
- Successful completion of one of the following Cisco core exams:
- DCCOR
- ENCOR
- SPCOR
Additionally, candidates must possess:
- CompTIA Security+ CE (or equivalent certification meeting DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II requirements)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting DoD, Department of the Navy (DoN), Intelligence Community, or other classified environments.
- Experience with:
- Cisco Stealthwatch
- SolarWinds
- Familiarity with DISA STIGs and vulnerability management processes.
- Experience supporting multi-enclave network architectures and cross-domain solutions.
- Knowledge of:
- SD-WAN
- MPLS
- Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
- Zero Trust Architecture
- Network Access Control (NAC)
- Familiarity with AWS and Azure networking concepts.
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE).
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).
- Experience mentoring or leading junior network engineers.
- Experience supporting multi-tenant or shared services environments.
Why Join RiVidium?
- Support mission-critical national security and law enforcement operations.
- Work with cutting-edge networking and cybersecurity technologies.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and certification growth opportunities.
- Collaborative and mission-focused environment.
Additional Information
This position is contingent upon contract award.