Network Engineer || $45/hr || Local to VA || F2F
Azad
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az...@rconsultinginc.comTitle: Network Engineer
Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid 3 days in a week)
Job Description:
Network Engineer supporting hybrid infrastructure. Manages routing, switching, firewalls,VPN,SD-WAN,and network security;supports monitoring, troubleshooting, resiliency, and secure connectivity.
Local Candidates strongly preferred
Key Responsibilities
Network Infrastructure Administration
- Administer enterprise routing and switching infrastructure
- Configure and maintain LAN, WAN, wireless, and remote access environments
- Support hybrid MPLS and SD-WAN connectivity across multiple locations
- Maintain network availability, resiliency, and performance
Firewall & Secure Connectivity Management
- Administer firewalls, VPN solutions, and secure remote connectivity
- Implement and maintain network segmentation and access controls
- Support secure connectivity for cloud and hybrid environments
- Coordinate firewall rule changes and network security updates
Monitoring & Troubleshooting
- Monitor network health, utilization, and performance
- Respond to outages, connectivity issues, and infrastructure incidents
- Perform network troubleshooting across routing, switching, wireless, and VPN environments
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Security & Compliance Support
- Support implementation of network security controls and standards
- Collaborate with the Information Security Office on vulnerability remediation and risk reduction
- Assist with logging, monitoring, and audit activities
- Support secure configuration and hardening practices
Change Management & Operations
- Execute network changes through defined change management processes
- Validate planned changes and maintain rollback procedures
- Participate in maintenance windows and operational planning
- Maintain network documentation and diagrams
Vendor & Carrier Coordination
Coordinate with telecommunications providers and vendors
Support circuit provisioning, troubleshooting, and escalations
Assist with hardware lifecycle and support renewals
Cross-Team Collaboration
Partner with Systems Administration on infrastructure dependencies
- Coordinate with End User Services regarding user-impacting network issues
- Support Application/Data teams with connectivity and performance needs
- Communicate operational risks and system impacts to leadership
Required Qualifications
Experience administering enterprise network environments
Strong knowledge of routing and switching concepts
Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and secure remote access
Experience troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues
Familiarity with wireless networking technologies
Understanding of structured operational and change management processes
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Cisco networking technologies
Experience with SD-WAN and hybrid network environments
Experience in government or regulated environments
Familiarity with network monitoring and logging tools
Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST
Relevant certifications such as CCNA or CCNP
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple operational priorities
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively across technical teams
Focus on reliability, security, and operational consistency
Working Conditions
Office-based environment
Occasional after-hours support for maintenance or incident response
Limited travel between office locations may be required
Additional Information
This position supports the agency’s core network infrastructure and plays a critical role in ensuring secure and reliable connectivity for agency operations. The Network Engineer operates within established governance and operational processes to support stability, resiliency, and risk reduction across the enterprise environment.