Piper Companies

Network Engineer

Piper Companies • $120K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret Clearance Required
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco networking gear and routing protocols (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, VRF)
  • Experience with network security technologies (firewalls, VPNs, MPLS, ACLs, IPSec)
  • Familiar with enterprise networking platforms (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet)
  • Strong grasp of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WAN, and associated ports/protocols
  • Experience with web filtering and HTTP/HTTPS inspection
  • ITIL v3 Foundation certification is required
  • Professional certification (CCNP Security, JNCIP-SEC, FCNSP) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design, integrate, test, and troubleshoot complex LAN, BAN, and WAN networks.
  • Support large-scale network engineering projects alongside Government technical leads.
  • Configure and troubleshoot key routing technologies (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, VRF).
  • Implement and manage network security solutions (MPLS, ACLs, IPSec, firewalls).
  • Design and support multi-vendor environments with Cisco, Juniper, and Fortinet technologies.
  • Configure and troubleshoot enterprise firewall technologies (FortiGate, Juniper).
  • Manage DNS, DHCP, IP addressing, capacity management, and network cutovers.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
Full Job Description
is seeking a Network Engineer to support a mission-critical Department of Defense network environment based in Quantico, VA. The Network Engineer will design, integrate, test, and troubleshoot large-scale network infrastructure supporting Navy and Marine Corps operations, with a focus on routing, network security, firewalls, and multi-vendor technologies.

Responsibilities for the Network Engineer Include:
  • Design, integrate, test, and troubleshoot complex LAN, BAN, and WAN network environments.
  • Support large-scale network engineering initiatives and daily engineering activities alongside Government technical leads.
  • Configure and troubleshoot routing technologies including BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, and VRF.
  • Implement network security technologies including MPLS, ACLs, IPSec, L2 VPNs, and firewalls.
  • Design and support multi-vendor network environments utilizing Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, and other enterprise networking technologies.
  • Configure and troubleshoot FortiGate, Juniper Security Appliances, and enterprise firewall technologies.
  • Support DNS, DHCP, IP addressing, capacity management, traffic analysis, and network cutovers.
Qualifications for the Network Engineer Include:
  • Active Secret Clearance Required
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment and routing protocols including BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, and VRF.
  • Experience with firewalls, VPNs, MPLS, ACLs, IPSec, and network security technologies.
  • Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet/FortiGate, or comparable enterprise networking platforms.
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WAN, routing, ports, and protocols.
  • Experience with network security, web filtering, proxy technologies, and HTTP/HTTPS inspection.
  • ITIL v3 Foundation certification required.
  • Professional-level certification such as CCNP Security, JNCIP-SEC, FCNSP, or equivalent experience preferred.
Compensation for the Network Engineer Includes:
  • Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 depending on experience.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, and Paid Holidays.
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About Piper Companies

Piper Companies is a staffing and recruiting firm based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. It provides staffing solutions for a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance. The company was founded in 2011 and has since grown to become a leading provider of staffing services in the Philadelphia area. Piper Companies is committed to providing high-quality service to its clients and candidates, and has a strong focus on building long-term relationships. The company is also known for its corporate social responsibility initiatives, including support for local charities and community organizations.
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