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Agelix Consulting

network engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

Network Engineer Washington DC Clearance: Public Trust Clearance or Above Experience: 5+ years of ... Thanks & Regards Zaheer Ahmed Lead- Associate Recruiting zahmed@agelixconsulting.com 913-342-8924 ...

Tactical Engineering & Analysis

Network Engineer

Aiea, HI · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Network Engineer plays a critical role in supporting DoD contracts and Joint Fires Network (JFN ... Associate (CCNA) Required Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Preferred TYPICAL WORKING ...

Tactical Engineering & Analysis

Network Engineer

Aiea, HI · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

... Associate (CCNA) RequiredCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) PreferredTYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS General office environmentComputer/Equipment lab Travel in support of distant end ...

Paul Hastings

Network Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

... Associate); • 6+ years of experience in network engineering; • Extensive experience with advanced routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and Wi-Fi network design/optimization; • Proven ...

Edgewaterit

Network Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$120 - $128/hr

The Network Engineer works to maintain network reliability, resolve issues promptly, and ... Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) * CompTIA Network+ * CompTIA A+ * Azure Database ...

MANTECH

Network Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, or equivalent routing/switching technical ... Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline * Experience using and administering SolarWinds ...

MANTECH

Network Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, or equivalent routing/switching technical ... Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline * Experience using and administering SolarWinds ...

MANTECH

Network Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, or equivalent routing/switching technical ... Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline * Experience using and administering SolarWinds ...

Froedtert South, Inc.

Network Engineer

Kenosha, WI · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Network Engineer Position Purpose * A network engineer is responsible for installing, maintaining ... Associate Degree in: Computer Sciences or equivalent work experience. Minimum Experience Required ...

Leidos

Network Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

... Network Associate, or Juniper Certification Tracks: Automation & DevOps, Cloud, Data Center, Design, Enterprise Routing & Switching, Junos Security, Service Provider Routing & Switching)

Leidos

Network Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

... Network Associate, or Juniper Certification Tracks: Automation & DevOps, Cloud, Data Center, Design, Enterprise Routing & Switching, Junos Security, Service Provider Routing & Switching)

CACI

Network Engineer

High Point, NC

Bachelor's degree in a technical field OR High school diploma/associate degree + minimum 7 years as a Network Engineer supporting large, complex networks. Minimum 5 years of network engineering ...

CACI International, Inc.

Network Engineer

Bachelor's degree in a technical field OR High school diploma/associate degree + minimum 7 years as a Network Engineer supporting large, complex networks. * Minimum 5 years of network engineering ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate network engineer in the United States is $82,636.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Associate Network Engineer is an entry-level IT professional responsible for assisting in the design, implementation, and maintenance of network systems. They help troubleshoot connectivity issues, configure hardware such as routers and switches, and support network security measures. Their role often involves collaborating with senior engineers to optimize performance and ensure reliable communication across an organization's infrastructure. This position serves as a foundation for advancing into higher-level network engineering roles.

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To thrive as an Associate Network Engineer, you need a solid understanding of networking fundamentals, troubleshooting skills, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with network hardware, protocols, operating systems, and certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively on a team are important soft skills for this position. These abilities ensure reliable network performance, smooth issue resolution, and productive collaboration in dynamic IT environments.

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Network Engineer

Applied Network Solutions Inc.

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

$100K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Interpret customer requirements and apply standard design approaches for service delivery.

  • Schedule maintenance windows for migrating user connections with minimal impact on critical data flows.

  • Provide technical expertise to support fault isolation, resolution, and troubleshooting across enterprise segments.

Job description

Who we are:
At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 25 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations.
What we do:
Our vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation's toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations.
Why ANS:
At ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let's ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.
ANS is seeking a Network Engineer (Implementation Engineer) to join our team in Chantilly, VA.
Requirements
  • Interpret customer requirements and apply standard design approaches for service delivery. Fully document designs with diagrams, bill of materials, cabling sheets, configurations, and other supporting documents.
  • Schedule maintenance windows for migrating user connections from legacy to the modern infrastructure transition services with little to no impact on critical data flows.
  • Provide technical expertise to Operations engineers and technicians, supporting fault isolation and resolution. Solve tough problems with innovative and scalable solutions.
  • Develop secure network designs including configurations that align with Defense Information Security Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and enterprise policies. Obtain Authority to Operate (ATO) for new devices, software, and capabilities.
  • Supervise (not manage) other network support specialists to plan, coordinate, and implement network services.
  • Develop and improve design products, processes, and systems for our team to work efficiently and effectively.
  • Escalation points for incident management enterprise level outages which involves troubleshooting across multiple enterprise segments and teams.

Requirements:
  • TS/SCI w/ Poly
  • Candidate must have 10 years of experience that can be a combination of work history and education. This equates to a Doctorate and 3 years, master's and 4 years, bachelor's and 6 years, associates and 8 years or HS diploma and 10 years. Required qualifications include the following:
  • Must be compliant with DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2.
  • Experience specific to network engineering to include Tier III or higher network operations and/or network design and implementation.
  • Prior responsibility for production network hardware configurations for Cisco, Brocade, and/or Juniper.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and troubleshooting standard routing protocols in a production network, such as Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) or Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
  • Hands-on experience implementing and troubleshooting standard switching and trunking protocols in a production network, such as Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), 802.1q, and port-channels.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Network engineering and design experience specific to CAN/LAN. Experience should include application of industry standards, developing configurations, and integration of solutions into production environments.
  • Network engineering and design experience with MPLS WANs, network management tools, and firewalls.
  • Expert knowledge of routing and switching protocols and the ability to demonstrate knowledge through briefings and documentation. Extensive BGP experience a plus.
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional - Enterprise Routing and Switching (JNCIP-ENT) equivalent knowledge.
  • Initiative and disciplined to work unsupervised as part of a network engineering team. Experience establishing process, developing documents, and organizing repositories a plus.

Benefits:
ANS offers excellent compensation along with a generous benefits package to include:
  • Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
  • Pet Discount Program
  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Maternity/ Paternity Leave
  • Supplemental Military Leave Pay
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
  • Generous Professional Development Program
  • 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
  • Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
  • Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
  • Potential for Paid Overtime
  • Flexible Work Schedules

As required by local law, Applied Network Solutions, Inc. provides reasonable salary ranges of compensation for work performed in applicable states. Ranges are not a guarantee of compensation and depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to contractual requirements, work location, years of experience, skill set, and education. Overtime is not guaranteed for this position.
The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,000 - $200,000 USD.
Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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$100,000 - $185,000

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