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Executive Network Engineer Jobs in Baltimore, MD

Astrion

Sr. Network Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$145K - $165K/yr

Overview Senior Network Engineer LOCATION: Columbia, MD (Onsite) JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE ... Experience briefing Executive Leadership * Prior experience supporting Cross Domain Solutions (CDS ...

Astrion

Sr. Network Engineer

Columbia, MD

$145K - $165K/yr

Overview Senior Network Engineer LOCATION: Columbia, MD (Onsite) JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE ... Experience briefing Executive Leadership * Prior experience supporting Cross Domain Solutions (CDS ...

Leidos

Senior Transport Network Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer to lead vulnerability management and STIG compliance program ... Engage vendors (F5, Cisco, Palo Alto, etc.) at executive/technical levels for escalations. Mentor ...

Via Logic LLC

Senior Transport Network Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$92 - $167/hr

Leidos is seeking a Network Engineer to lead vulnerability management and STIG compliance program ... Engage vendors (F5, Cisco, Palo Alto, etc.) at executive/technical levels for escalations. * Mentor ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive network engineer in Baltimore, MD is $108,346.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,400.00 and $132,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Network Engineer vs Network Engineer?

AspectExecutive Network EngineerNetwork Engineer
CertificationsCCNP, CCIE, CISSPCCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentSenior-level, strategic planning, leadership rolesOperational, technical tasks, network setup and maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageCorporate, enterprise, government sectorsIT firms, service providers, corporate networks

Executive Network Engineers focus on strategic network planning, leadership, and high-level decision-making, often requiring advanced certifications. Network Engineers handle day-to-day network operations, configuration, and troubleshooting. While both roles require technical skills, Executive Network Engineers operate at a higher strategic level within organizations.

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Sr. Network Engineer

Astrion

Columbia, MD • On-site

$145K - $165K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Overview
Senior Network Engineer
LOCATION: Columbia, MD (Onsite)
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Active Top Secret (TS/SCI Preferred)
TRAVEL: As Needed
SALARY RANGE: $145k - $165k
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, secure, and maintain mission-critical network infrastructures supporting Department of Defense/Department of War (DoD/DoW) environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Cisco and Fortinet technologies, extensive experience operating within classified networks, and a proven track record of implementing and maintaining systems in compliance with Risk Management Framework (RMF), DoD STIG and Cross Domain / Comply-to-Connect (C2C) requirements.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
  • Active Top Secret security clearance.
    • TS/SCI preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of experience in network engineering within Department of Defense/Department of War (DoD/DoW) or classified environments
  • Deep expertise in:
    • Cisco routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, MPLS)
    • Fortinet solutions (FortiGate, FortiOS, VPNs, security fabric)
  • Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining DISA STIG compliance
  • Hands-on experience with C2C / Cross Domain architectures and security controls
  • Strong understanding of:
    • RMF (Risk Management Framework)
    • DISA security requirements and accreditation processes
    • DCSA Accreditation Standards
  • Active DoD 8140 (formerly DoD 8570) compliant industry certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CISSP, etc.)
  • Active DoD 8140 (formerly DoD 8570) compliant environment certification (e.g., minimum Cisco CCNP)
  • Experience with C2C Requirements:
    • Network automation (Python, Ansible)
    • Zero Trust architectures
    • SIEM integration and log analysis
    • NetFlow monitoring

KEY COMPETENCIES
  • Advanced network design and troubleshooting
  • Security hardening and compliance enforcement
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills
  • Ability to operate in high-security, mission-critical environments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
  • CCIE (Enterprise or Security)
  • Fortinet NSE 4-7 certifications
  • Project Management Experience
  • Experience briefing Executive Leadership
  • Prior experience supporting Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) programs
  • Experience with cloud-based DoD environments (e.g., Azure Government, Azure Secret)

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design, implement, and maintain secure network architectures using Cisco (routing/switching, ISE) and Fortinet (FortiGate) solutions
  • Design, implement, and maintain 802.1x compliance platform
  • Engineer and support classified and unclassified network environments (e.g., MDA CNET, NIPR, SIPR, JWICS as applicable)
  • Ensure compliance with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and cybersecurity policies
  • Implement and maintain Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and Comply-to-Connect (C2C) architectures
  • Perform network hardening, vulnerability remediation, and continuous monitoring in accordance with RMF controls
  • Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and security artifacts
  • Support Authority to Operate (ATO) processes, including STIG checklists, POA&Ms, and risk assessments
  • Troubleshoot complex network and security issues across multi-vendor environments
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, and mission stakeholders to ensure secure, reliable operations
  • Support audits, inspections, and compliance validation activities

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