Network Engineer - Wireless - Secret Clearance

Network Engineer - Wireless - Secret Clearance

Job Type: Full-Time, On-site, (Pending Contract Award)

Location: NNSY, Portsmouth, VA

Clearance Required: Position requires an active DoD Secret Clearance (or higher)

Certifications Required: CompTIA Security+ CE (or higher), CCNP (Enterprise Core or Wireless specialty)

Mandatory: Considering local candidates with US Citizenship only. Employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Overview: MILVETS is currently seeking a full-time, experienced Network Engineer - Wireless with an active Secret Clearance, and deep expertise in Cisco enterprise networking to support Department of Defense (DoD) projects, on-site at NNSY, Portsmouth, VA. The ideal candidate will bring at least seven (7) years of hands-on experience in designing, configuring, and installing enterprise wired and wireless networks, along with a strong background in network security, compliance, and advanced routing technologies.

About the Company: Since its founding in 1986, MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. has been a reliable provider of quality services in the information and technology fields. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, certified by the Small Business Administration as a Small Disadvantaged Business, the company was founded to offer efficient, cost-effective information technology services to commercial and government clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage complex enterprise wired and wireless network infrastructures.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and monitor switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and related appliances.
• Apply and maintain DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to ensure DoD compliance.
• Evaluate and respond to network incidents; perform root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Manage security protocols, policies, and event monitoring using SIEM tools such as Splunk.
• Plan, design, and implement enterprise LAN and WAN solutions.
• Work closely with DoD teams to meet mission and project objectives.
• Support approved change management and configuration processes.

Technical Expertise:

• Routing & Switching: Advanced knowledge of EIGRP, OSPF, and switching technologies.
• SDN Technologies: Experience with SD-Access and SD-WAN.
• Hardware: Cisco Nexus (7000/9000), Cisco Catalyst Series, Cisco Routers (4551, 8500), Cisco APs (9000 series), Aruba APs (AP275, 375, 515).
• Software Tools: Cisco WLC, Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center), SolarWinds, Splunk, Aruba WLC.

Required Qualifications:

• Active DoD Security+ CE (or higher).
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – Enterprise Core or Wireless specialty.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Strong background in DoD environments and security compliance standards.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience supporting military or defense programs.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional DoD and contractor teams.

MILVETS offers an excellent benefits package including Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off.

Applicants for U.S. based positions with MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. MILVETS Systems Technology, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.