Entry Level Cisco Network Engineer Jobs in Virginia

The Opportunity:

A well-designed network is critical to move data and enable the command to achieve its missions, but how can an organization make sure its network will fit its evolving needs? Crafting the right network, with the right equipment and software, requires a combination of technical skill and careful planning. That's why we need a network engineer like you who knows how to develop the exact network the Navy needs.

As a network engineer on our team, you'll use your skills in network design and architecture, account management, system interoperability, OSI model, network transport layers, gateway protocol, virtual routing, and forwarding to help support the nation's defense and respond to evolving adversaries. You'll monitor and support the operational Wi-Fi network, upgrade or develop enterprise-wide infrastructure, troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, analyze current working infrastructures, and increase security, reliability, and availability for mission-critical network systems.

You'll apply your knowledge in access control, routing and switching, network design and architecture, system interoperability, IP engineering, network transport layers, multi-protocol label switching, gateway protocol, virtual routing, and forwarding as you join our team of problem-solvers to help the Navy evolve and deploy new capabilities and technologies.

Your knowledge of network protocols, equipment, emerging technology, and configurations will come in handy as you help optimize client operations and modernization. Using your experience in software and hardware firewalls, Aruba hardware, access management systems, Palo Alto firewalls, virtual routing, and forwarding, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients on critical projects. Using your technical curiosity and knowledge of industry standards, you'll make an impact on national security missions.

Grow your career with us as we help support our country's naval fleet.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience in enterprise networking roles

• 1+ years of experience in network engineering and troubleshooting

• Experience with IP networking solutions, access control solutions, and account management

• Knowledge of TCP/IP and data network protocols, and protocol analysis tools such as tcpdump or Wireshark

• Knowledge of DoD network deployments, STIGs, and IA compliance standards

• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation and diagrams

• Ability to work on a rotational shift schedule to provide 24x7x365 coverage, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays

• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

• HS diploma or GED

• DoD 8570 Certification such as Security+ Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with firewalls such as Palo Alto or Fortinet, NAC, and network security policies

• Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies and routing protocols such as RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, or BGP

• Knowledge of scripting or automation tools such as Python or Ansible

• Knowledge of cloud networking such as AWS, Azure, or GCP

• Bachelor's degree in a CS, IT, or Engineering field

• Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or CompTIA Network+ Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.