Expert Network Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-12
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IT/Tech
Network Engineer, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Systems Engineer
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Location:
Herndon, VA (On-Site) Company:
Emergent Technologies Inc. POS - 225
Emergent Technologies Inc. is seeking an experienced Expert Network Engineer to join our mission-focused team supporting a key government program. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in network architecture, routing and switching technologies, and cloud and software-defined networking solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, large-scale environments while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the design of cutting-edge network infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities- Design, implement, and manage secure and scalable enterprise and cloud-based network infrastructures
- Configure and troubleshoot advanced routing and switching protocols (EIGRP, BGP, ISIS, STP, LACP, VTP)
- Deploy and support MPLS and SD-WAN solutions in production environments
- Leverage automation tools and scripts to optimize and maintain network efficiency
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce detailed network designs, implementation plans, and technical documentation
- Provide Tier 3/4 technical support and mentorship to junior engineers
- Present and defend technical designs to architecture and security review boards
- Continuously research and adopt new networking technologies to maintain modern and efficient systems
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field (preferred)
Minimum of 11 years of relevant network engineering experience
- Network architecture and design
- Routing and switching technologies
- Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Network automation tools and techniques
- Software-defined networking (e.g., SD-WAN)
- Ability to produce and maintain technical documentation
- Independent learner with a demonstrated ability to quickly master new technologies
- Experience leading or managing large-scale network environments
- Prior work in federal or enterprise-scale environments
- Demonstrated success in resolving complex network issues and improving performance
- Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent
Strong willingness and ability to stay up to date with emerging technologies.
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