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Sd Wan Engineer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

SAIC

Network Engineer

Springfield, VA · Hybrid

$120K - $160K/yr

Network Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: No Minimum Clearance Required: Secret ... Familiarity with SD-WAN components such as controllers, edge devices, and overlay networks.

SAIC

Network Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Network Engineer Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: No Minimum Clearance Required: Secret ... Familiarity with SD-WAN components such as controllers, edge devices, and overlay networks.

SAIC

Network Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Familiarity with SD-WAN components such as controllers, edge devices, and overlay networks ... Traffic Engineering: Knowledge of application-aware routing, path selection, and traffic ...

Red River Technology

Sr. Network Engineer

Chantilly, VA

$106K - $145K/yr

The Sr. Network Engineer possesses expert-level knowledge in the design, implementation, and ... Lead SD-WAN deployments including controller/orchestrator onboarding, zero-touch provisioning (ZTP ...

CWPS

Sr. Network Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

The Sr. Network Engineer possesses expert-level knowledge in the design, implementation, and ... Lead SD-WAN deployments including controller/orchestrator onboarding, zero-touch provisioning (ZTP ...

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How much do sd wan engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for sd wan engineer in Virginia is $86,471.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,800.00 and $96,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sd Wan Engineer vs Network Engineer?

AspectSd Wan EngineerNetwork Engineer
CertificationsCCNA, CCNP, Cisco SD-WAN certificationsCCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentDesigning, deploying, and managing SD-WAN solutionsMaintaining and troubleshooting overall network infrastructure
Industry UsagePrimarily in organizations adopting SD-WAN technologyAcross various industries managing traditional networks

While both roles involve network infrastructure, an Sd Wan Engineer specializes in SD-WAN technology deployment and management, whereas a Network Engineer handles broader network systems. The Sd Wan Engineer focuses on modern WAN solutions, making their skills more specific to SD-WAN environments.

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Infographic showing various Sd Wan Engineer job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 69% In-person, and 31% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $86,471 per year, or $41.6 per hour.

LAN/WAN Engineering Subject Matter Expert IV

Invictus International Consulting

Alexandria, VA

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Title: LAN/WAN Engineering Subject Matter Expert IV

Location: Alexandria, VA 

Clearance: TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Job Overview: The LAN/WAN Engineering SME is a recognized technical leader with deep expertise

in service provider and enterprise networking, architecture, and automation, who is capable of guiding complex, high-risk programs and delivering cutting-edge solutions.

Job Duties:

  • Lead the design, engineering, and automation of large-scale service provider and enterprise network infrastructures, including: SD-WAN, Spine-Leaf architectures, and VXLAN/EVPN fabrics, Juniper SSR and multi-vendor environments, Layer 2/3 encryption technologies
  • Serve as a SME providing advanced analysis, research, and solutions for exceptionally complex networking challenges
  • Provide strategic guidance to executive-level project teams, offering technical direction on architecture, integration, and system implementation
  • Architect and implement routing and network virtualization solutions, including IS-IS, OSPF, MP-BGP, VRFs, Segment Routing, EVPN, VXLAN
  • Develop and lead network automation and orchestration initiatives using Python, Bash, Ansible, Cisco NSO, Juniper Paragon/Routing Director, AI-assisted tooling and automation pipelines, Linux-based environments
  • Oversee end-to-end system engineering lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system architecture, and interface design, integration, testing, and validation of complex hardware/software systems, and lifecycle optimization
  • Provide leadership in network infrastructure design, including routers, switches, encryption devices, and supporting hardware/software systems
  • Mentor technical teams as necessary, while establishing state-of-the-art engineering practices
  • Coordinate closely with government stakeholders to ensure mission alignment and successful delivery
  • Drive Agile-based development workflows, leveraging tools such as ServiceNow for workflow automation and operational process improvement

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in a technical discipline; an additional 4 years of may be substituted in lieu of a degree
  • Minimum eight (8) years of directly related technical experience
  • Strong expertise in service provider/enterprise network design, including SD-WAN, Spine-Leaf, VXLAN/EVPN, and Layer 2/3 encryption
  • Advanced knowledge of routing and network virtualization (IS-IS, OSPF, MP-BGP, VRFs, EVPN, VXLAN, Segment Routing)
  • Experience with multi-vendor platforms (Cisco IOS-XR/XE, Juniper JUNOS)
  • Proficiency in network automation and programmability (Python, Bash, Ansible; Cisco NSO, Juniper Paragon preferred)
  • Solid understanding of network infrastructure, hardware, and encryption technologies, with experience in Linux environments
  • Familiarity with Agile/DevOps practices, ServiceNow, and automation pipelines/AI-assisted tooling
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and serve as a technical leader on high-impact programs
  • DoD 8570 IAT II and CCNP (or equivalent) certifications
  • Experience working in a DoD or IC
  • Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

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