JOB TITLE: Network Engineer (F5 Technologies)

GOVERNMENT AGENCY: DOJ EOIR

POSITION INFORMATION: Full-time

LOCATION: Falls Church, VA; Hybrid (3 days onsite/2 days telework)

POSITION TIMING: Position requires candidate to obtain a DOJ Public Trust clearance which can take 4-6 weeks to process and must be complete prior to starting employement  

BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision, 401(k), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 11 Paid Federal Holidays, 3 weeks' Paid Time Off 

ITC Federal is seeking a motivated, career-oriented Network Engineer to support the Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). In this role, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise-level network infrastructure across data centers and remote sites. This is a hands-on role requiring deep technical expertise in F5 and Cisco environments, as well as a strong commitment to performance, security, and reliability in a federal setting. This position requires travel up to two weeks per month.

• Architect, configure, and maintain F5 BIG-IP (LTM/GTM) environments to ensure high availability, load balancing, and optimal performance
• Troubleshoot complex application traffic flows, SSL/TLS decryption, and HTTP/HTTPS traffic between clients and backend servers
• Write and maintain iRules, profiles, and custom policies on BIG-IP devices to optimize application delivery
• Lead the design, deployment, and lifecycle maintenance of enterprise-wide network architectures spanning data centers and remote sites
• Manage, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco routing, switching, and wireless environments using Cisco Catalyst Center for automated provisioning and network assurance
• Perform deep-dive Cisco network troubleshooting, including packet captures, to resolve complex latency and connectivity issues
• Conduct network security audits to identify gaps and recommend remediation solutions
• Configure and install Cisco switches, deploy CAT6 network drops, and perform switch/patch panel cabling

REQUIRED:

• Ability to obtain a DOJ Public Trust clearance (must be obtained prior to start date). 
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Strong proficiency in F5 BIG-IP load balancing, application traffic management, and fault isolation
• Demonstrated expertise in Cisco routing and switching, with active hands-on experience in Cisco Catalyst Center and Cisco Firewalls
• Exceptional ability to diagnose network anomalies, latency, and application bottlenecks across the OSI model using tools such as Wireshark
• Ability to travel up to two weeks per month in support of customer requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) or Technology Specialist (F5-CTS)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent enterprise-level certification

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Candidate must be able to function in general office environment.