Tier 2 Network Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Top Secret cleared Network Engineer (Tier 2) to support the Department of Energy onsite in Manassas, VA.

You will design, implement, and maintain secure, high-performance network infrastructures to support organizational operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and ensure the scalability and reliability of the network, while managing ongoing upgrades and security improvements.

Responsibilities for Network Engineer (Tier 2):

• Install, configure, maintain, and optimize LAN and WAN infrastructure, including routers, switches, VPN appliances, load balancers, and security devices.
• Ensure timely application of security patches to all network infrastructure devices, including routers, switches, voice and video systems, and security appliances.
• Monitor and analyze network performance using network management tools, troubleshooting network issues, and optimizing performance based on industry best practices.

Qualifications for Network Engineer (Tier 2):

·      Cisco Router and switch configuration (IOS/NX-OS), Palo Alto NextGen Firewall and VPN configuration experience, experience with General Dynamics Taclanes and/or GEMOne.

·      Technically proficient and experienced with Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems, network security, network traffic analysis, incident response, vulnerability analysis, packet analysis, and systems hardening.

·      Possesses proficient knowledge of layer 2 switching and layer 3 routing protocols, encryption protocols, communication protocols. Examples include but not limited to: TLS/SSL, IPsec, SSH, BGP, VLAN, LLDP, LACP, ARP, 802.1x, DNS, AES, NTP, etc.

·      Ability to identify, track and complete tasks for multiple projects under prescribed timeframes.

·      Excellent customer service skills.

Compensation for Network Engineer (Tier 2):

· Pay Range: $130,000 - $150,000 (based on years of experience and education)

· Benefits: Full Medical, dental, vision, 401k, 2+ weeks PTO and 11 Federal Holidays

*Please note this job is open for applications on 3/20/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.*

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