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| Company Name: |
General Dynamics IT |
| Location: |
Falls Church, VA |
| Position Type: |
Full Time |
| Post Date: |
05/26/2026 |
| Expire Date: |
06/25/2026 |
| Job Categories: |
Engineering, Information Technology |
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Senior Network Engineer - Secret Clearance Required
NETWORK ENGINEER SENIOR We are GDITsupporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects in the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter, with work that has real impact. GDIT is your place to own your career by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best. In this role, you will support the Army National Guard (ARNG) in Falls Church, VA as a Network Administrator; a current, active Secret clearance is required. This IT Service Management contract supports the operation, modernization, and evolution of ARNGs global IT services, including networking, compute, storage, infrastructure, applications, hosting, and program management. The GECOS program underpins ARNGs enterprise IT infrastructure, WAN, authentication and directory services, cybersecurity, application hosting, and related services, using the ITIL framework as the basis for its IT Service Management (ITSM) model. HOW A SENIOR NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:Configure, manage, and maintain physical and virtual infrastructure, including Cisco routers, Layer 3 switches, firewalls, and Palo Alto IDS/IPS.Perform off-hours maintenance and support 24x7 operations of a large enterprise environment per schedules and best practices.Implement and maintain DISA STIG baselines and support CCRI inspections and ATO sustainment.Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and create/defend system change requests.Develop and maintain proactive capacity planning models to support business decisions.Support engineering and architecture initiatives, serving as a senior engineer on complex ARNG strategic projects.Perform architecture and technology gap analyses and recommend improvements to DoWIN-A(NG) and DoWIN-A(NG)-S operations and security.Analyze customer requirements and deliver technical solutions to complex problems.Maintain and upgrade networks (servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems), ensuring integrity, connectivity, backups, and policy compliance.Coordinate acquisition of hardware, software, and subcontractor services as needed.Design, plan, and configure data communication networks, including hardware and software components.Evaluate and integrate new communications technologies to enhance network capabilities; stay current on relevant technology.Coach and guide junior and less-experienced administrators; may serve as a team or task lead. WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED: Education/Equivalent Training Required:Bachelors degree or 10+ years of relevant experience as a Network Administrator / EngineerYears of relevant experience:Required Experience: 6+ years experience Cisco and Palo Alto Routing, Switching, IDS/IPS, and Firewall technologiesSkills/Additional Requirements:Required Technical Skills: Advance routing (BGP/OSPF), MPLS, Firewall and IDS/IPS policiesAdvanced networking: BGP/OSPF, MPLS, firewall and IDS/IPS policy configurationExperience securing and hardening devices in accordance with STIGsBroad understanding of system hardware, software, configurations, and technologiesStrong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills; able to understand requirements and troubleshoot complex issuesProfessional, reliable, and punctual; receptive to direction and feedbackProven customer service skills, including interaction with senior military and government leadershipEffective communicator across the enterprise (teams, management, and vendors); strong briefing and documentation skillsStrong organizational and teamwork skills; experience leading project effortsQuick learner, self-motivated to study emerging technologies and requirements; stays current with industry practicesAble to work under time constraints and adapt to changing priorities and new projectsCommitted to maintaining and pursuing relevant certificationsCertification Requirements:Two certifications - Must Possess the appropriate baseline certification(s) to achieve a minimum of DoW 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II (i.e., CompTIA Security+ CE) in addition to a Computing Environment (CE) certification (e.g., Cisco, Palo Altos) prior to start. When 8140 requirements are implemented on program/contract, employee will need to conform to 8140 certification standardsClearance Requirements:Must have a minimum of an active Secret clearance at time of interview and candidate must maintain active clearance.Work Location:Fairview Park, Falls Church, VAThree (3) days onsite with up to two (2) days telework. Onboarding/transition in period requires on-site support up to 90 days. GECOS work schedules are subject to change on direction by mission requirements from GDIT or USG leadership.Travel:Less than 10%.GDIT IS YOUR PLACEAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplaceOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward. #GDITPriority
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| Company Name: |
General Dynamics IT |
| Website: | https://www.gdit.com/careers/job/f98f7c09c/senior-network-engineer-secret-clearance-required/?source=AutoAppend_HBCU |
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