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Navstar

Sr. Network/Systems Tools Engineer

Chantilly, VA

$106.50K - $145.90K/yr

Senior Network/Systems Tools Engineer Senior Network/Systems Tools Engineer to support the Intelligence Sector. The job duties are as follows: * System Architecture: Design, implement, and maintain ...

Belcan

Network Monitoring Tools Engineer

Springfield, VA

$105K - $120K/yr

A Network Monitoring Tools Engineer job in Springfield, VA is currently available through Belcan at one of our key Federal Civilian clients. To be considered for this role, you will have a bachelor ...

Morfologica

Tools Developer

Reston, VA · On-site

Morfologica, Inc. is seeking several Tools Developers at various Federal Facilities throughout Northern Virginia. ONLY CANDIDATES WITH ACTIVE GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCES AND APPROPRIATE POLY WILL ...

RDR, Inc

ConMon Cyber Tools engineer IV

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Cyber Tools Engineer IV provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily Tasks include, but are not limited to: * Support the Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM ...

RDR Inc

ConMon Cyber Tools engineer IV

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Cyber Tools Engineer IV provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily Tasks include, but are not limited to: * Support the Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM ...

RDR Inc

ConMon Cyber Tools engineer IV

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Cyber Tools Engineer IV provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily Tasks include, but are not limited to: * Support the Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM ...

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How much do tools engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for tools engineer in Virginia is $109,044.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,300.00 and $121,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Tools Engineer do?

A Tools Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software tools that improve workflow efficiency for engineers, designers, and developers. They create automation scripts, internal utilities, and custom applications to streamline development processes. Their role often involves working with game engines, build systems, CI/CD pipelines, or proprietary tools tailored to a company's needs. Strong programming skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration with other teams are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tools Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tools Engineer, you need strong programming abilities, problem-solving skills, and a background in computer science or related technical fields. Experience with scripting languages (such as Python or Bash), source control systems, and build automation tools is often required, and certifications in relevant technologies can be beneficial. Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability help tools engineers collaborate efficiently and respond to evolving project needs. These skills are essential for designing and maintaining robust tools that streamline workflows and improve productivity for development teams.

What are some typical responsibilities of a Tools Engineer on a development team?

As a Tools Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining internal tools used by other developers and teams to automate tasks, improve workflow efficiency, and support the software development lifecycle. Your day-to-day tasks may include writing scripts, optimizing build pipelines, providing technical support for tool users, and integrating new technologies into existing infrastructure. You’ll also collaborate closely with developers, QA engineers, and project managers to identify pain points and deliver solutions that address real-world challenges. This collaborative, problem-solving focus makes the role both dynamic and critical to the overall productivity of the team.
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Infographic showing various Tools Engineer job openings in Virginia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,044 per year, or $52.4 per hour.

Network Monitoring Tools Engineer

Belcan Government Solutions

Springfield, VA

$105K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:

A Network Monitoring Tools Engineer job in Springfield, VA is currently available through Belcan at one of our key Federal Civilian clients. To be considered for this role, you will have a bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience.

Job Duties:

  • Works directly with the customer to build, design, test, and deploy network management systems for monitoring and management of a network comprised of Cisco routers/switches and Microsoft servers and workstations.
  • Develop and deploy engineering solutions in compliance with Enterprise Network Standards Working Group architecture standards.
  • Collaborate with technical SMEs on deployment, participate in technical working groups, and contribute to technical advisory boards.
  • Participate in peer review of network configuration change requests prior to deployment.
  • Implementation of configuration changes.
  • Assist in developing and documenting procedures and processes.

Required Qualifications:

  • Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science/computer engineering related discipline and 5+ years of security/network engineering support experience (Engineering, Tier II, Tier III, network infrastructure implementation and maintenance).
  • Experience implementing network management solutions in large enterprise/global networks.
  • Solid understanding of end user security and authentication.
  • Analysis of network flows and OSI model.
  • Expert knowledge of TCP/IP networking.
  • Experience working directly with Government customers.
  • Hands-on experience with network management, security, and monitoring tools i.e., SolarWinds HP Network Automation, OpenText Network Automation, Cisco Prime, Cisco Catalyst Center, NetBrain, Cisco ISE, NIKSUN, LiveAction.
  • Technical writing and documentation/diagram skills (MS Visio/MS Word/MS Excel).

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:


  • Scripting experience (Pearl, Bash, etc.).
  • VMWare experience.
  • Experience with Cisco tools and network products.
  • Cisco associate level certification.
  • Experience with SD-WANe technologies.
  • Experience with Cloud technologies, Microsoft Azure/Amazon Web Services.
  • Experience leading a small team (3-5) of engineers.

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a salary range of $105,000 - $120,000. Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

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Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.