Network Engineer

Description

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Network Engineer 1 to support the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise network environments. This role focuses on building and securing network infrastructure, supporting system architecture, and ensuring reliable performance across datacenter and enterprise systems.

The ideal candidate will work hands‑on with network hardware and security technologies while contributing to network design, troubleshooting, and ongoing operational support in complex environments.

• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of network architecture across LAN and datacenter environments
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
• Monitor network performance and security, identifying and resolving issues as needed
• Implement and maintain secure network configurations, including VPNs and access controls
• Work with TCP/IP protocols, routing, and switching to ensure optimal network functionality
• Support firewall configurations and enforce network security boundaries
• Perform packet analysis and assist with troubleshooting network traffic issues
• Maintain documentation and track work using ticketing systems
• Support virtualization environments, including VMware and container‑based solutions
• Participate in on‑call support and live operational environments

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Two (2) additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in network engineering, including LAN design, architecture, and security
• 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. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
• Certification Requirements:
  • DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification

Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception, CTP has been instrumental in the technical design, engineering development, operational deployment, and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation;

our employees have the experience, expertise, and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements, develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.

At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP), we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals, but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values, the foundation we built around them, and the Partners we become along the way.

That's why our pay is competitive, our missions are critical, and our benefits represent what matters most to CTP:
Our People.

At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.

Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:

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