Cisco Network Engineer – TS/SCI Clearance NEW Position Available In Houston, Georgia

Cisco Network Engineer – TS/SCI Clearance
Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC Yesterday
Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Unspecified
IT – Hardware
Warner Robins, GA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cisco Network Engineer to join Federal Program in Warner Robins, GA. The Network Engineer will support the Department of Defense by designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, high-performance network infrastructure to meet the mission-critical needs. Responsibilities of the Cisco Network Engineer include:

• Architect, implement, and manage Cisco-based network infrastructures to support scalable, secure, and reliable data center expansions.
• Act as the lead subject matter expert on Cisco networking technologies, including routers, switches, firewalls, and associated systems.
• Deploy and uphold robust network security protocols, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and encrypted communications.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive integration of network systems within data center operations.
• Diagnose and resolve advanced network issues to maintain high availability and performance.
• Perform network performance evaluations and recommend enhancements for optimization.
• Ensure adherence to DoD cybersecurity standards and policies, including compliance with STIGs.
• Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, operational procedures, and system processes.
• Offer technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and support staff. Qualifications for the Cisco Network Engineer include:
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in network engineering with a concentration on Cisco technologies.
• Deep expertise in Cisco networking platforms, including but not limited to: o Cisco routers (e.g., ISR, ASR series) o Cisco switches (e.g., Catalyst, Nexus series) o Cisco firewalls (e.g., ASA, Firepower) o Cisco SD-WAN and related technologies
• Strong grasp of network security concepts such as VPNs, ACLs, encryption, and intrusion prevention.
• Experience supporting DoD or federal clients, particularly in data center environments.
• Skilled in using network monitoring and management tools (e.g., Cisco Prime, SolarWinds).
• Knowledgeable in DoD cybersecurity frameworks and compliance (e.g., RMF, NIST 800-53).
• Cisco certifications such as CCNP or CCIE are highly preferred.
• Experience with DoD data center build-outs or migration projects.
• Understanding of cloud networking (e.g., AWS, Azure) and hybrid network models.
• Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) principles.
• Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance Compensation for the Cisco Network Engineer includes:

Salary Range:

$150,000 – $170,000 depending on experience

Comprehensive Benefits:

Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and

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