Senior Network Engineer

Title: Senior Network Engineer

Location: Washington, DC (Fully Onsite)

Terms: Full-time 

Clearance: Active TS/SCI  

Travel: 0-20% 

Position Description 

Maveris is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer with expertise in Palo Alto Networks and Cisco technologies to support the Department of State in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge in firewall management, routing protocols, and enterprise networking while providing leadership in technology modernization, network security, and systems integration. This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities:  

• Design, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise network systems, including Palo Alto Networks and Cisco firewalls, routers, and switches.
• Utilize the Panorama Firewall Management platform for centralized configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Provide Tier-III firewall and network support, including advanced troubleshooting of complex security and connectivity issues.
• Conduct technical analysis in network planning, engineering, design, and performance optimization.
• Integrate and secure enterprise applications across interconnected systems.
• Monitor, document, and maintain network performance, configurations, SOPs, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Department of State security policies, DHS standards, and industry best practices.
• Install, configure, and maintain LAN/WAN infrastructure, servers, SANs, and related network devices.
• Lead efforts in requirements gathering, test planning, and certification/accreditation activities.
• Provide escalation support, training, and mentorship to junior network engineers.
• Conduct research and development for emerging technologies to enhance the network security posture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• CCNA or CCNP is required.
• Minimum 8–10 years of enterprise IT systems and network administration experience.
• Strong expertise with Cisco networking technologies (switches, routers, firewalls).
• Hands-on experience with Panorama Firewall Management and Palo Alto Networks products.
• Proficiency in routing protocols (OSPF, static routes, VLANs, ACLs, QoS, multicast).
• Experience with Windows OS, Active Directory, Linux, VMware virtualization, and SAN/RAID storage solutions.
• Proven experience developing and implementing network security solutions.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills.

Desired 

• Palo Alto Networks certification (PCNSE) is highly desired.
• Prior experience supporting the Department of State or other federal agencies.
• Strong knowledge of federal compliance standards, C&A activities, and security frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead modernization projects and mentor junior engineers.

Benefits

Maveris attracts and retains talent of the highest caliber by offering opportunities to work in exciting and challenging environments surrounded by bright minds. Our employees are our most prized asset and are rewarded with highly competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Maveris offers exceptional, mission-focused solutions to organizations facing highly complex IT, digital, and cyber security challenges. Our success is achieved by maintaining an environment of trust where people are encouraged to reach their fullest potential. Every candidate that applies to Maveris brings something unique to the table, and because our team is diverse, we consistently meet our goals and exceed client expectations. If you are a highly-motivated person with a willingness to learn, we invite you to apply today to join our team

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