Network Engineer 2 Description: Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Network Engineer 2 to support the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise network environments. This role focuses on advanced network architecture, security enforcement, and performance across complex datacenter and enterprise infrastructures. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with network design and security technologies, contributing to both buildout and operational support of high-performance network environments. Key Responsibilities: - Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network architecture across LAN and datacenter environments - Install, configure, and troubleshoot network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers - Support network security architecture, including firewalls, access controls, and secure boundaries - Monitor and optimize network performance, ensuring reliability and scalability - Configure and manage IPSEC VPNs and secure communication channels - Analyze network traffic and perform packet capture for troubleshooting and performance tuning - Work with TCP/IP protocols, routing, and switching to maintain network integrity - Support virtualization technologies, including VMware and container-based solutions - Maintain documentation and track work through ticketing systems - Participate in on-call support and live operational environments Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field - Two (2) additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree - Minimum 5 years of experience in network engineering, including LAN design, architecture, monitoring, security, and protection - DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (or equivalent) - Experience with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and IPSEC VPNs Requirements: - U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. - Certification Requirements: - DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph. Salary Range Transparency At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions. How We Determine Salary Ranges Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors: - Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure. - Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive. - Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range. - Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards. - Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team. Really good benefits, for really GREAT people: From our CTP Family to yours, we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you, not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where you're going, together. Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options. Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP. Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided. Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition. Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you. Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line. Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team. CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!