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Senior Network Engineer

ERG

Job Location:

Indian Head, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 25 March 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 12 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal state and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering science economics public health informational technology and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize perform and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design implement secure andmaintainNavy network infrastructures that support mission-critical operations. This roleis responsible forengineering robust network architectures optimizing network performance and ensuring the confidentiality integrity and availability of Navy communications systems. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth in network engineering hands-on experience with secure DoD environments and a commitment tomaintainingresilient high-performing network operations.

This is a fulltime onsite position at theNaval SurfaceWarfare Center (NSWC)Indian Head. Indian Head MD is approximately 30 miles from Washington DC 25 miles from Alexandria VA and 60 miles from FredericksburgVA.

Job Description:

Design configure andmaintainsecure LAN/WAN network infrastructures supporting Navy systems
Manage routers switches firewalls and other network appliances to ensureoptimalperformance and reliability
Troubleshoot and resolve network outages latency issues and configuration errors across enterprise environments
Implement andmaintainnetwork security controls including segmentation access control lists (ACLs) and boundary protections
Support cybersecurity monitoring incident response and network compliance activities in coordination with security teams
Conduct network performance analysis capacity planning and optimization to ensure efficient data flow
Maintainaccuratenetwork diagrams documentation and configuration records
Ensure all network solutions meet DoD Navy and cybersecurity standards

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelors degree in Information Technology Network Engineering Computer Science or related field
8 years of experience in network engineering with a focus on network security
DoD Security certificationrequired(IAT Level II)
Hands-on experience with LAN/WAN architecture routing protocols switching technologies and secure network design
Experience with NIPR/SIPR boundary protection Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) management and preferably the Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN)
Strong working knowledge of firewalls VPN technologies IDS/IPS and network encryption methods
Ability to analyze and resolve complex network performance issues
Excellent communication documentation and problem-solving skills
Must currently holdormaintaina Department of DefenseT5 investigation/privileged access eligibility (T5 (SSBI) clearance)
Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

Experience working with Navy network environments or DoD enterprise networks
Familiarity with Cisco Juniper or similar enterprise network hardware
Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements and RMF-aligned security controls
Experience supporting network monitoring tools and compliance activities

$140000 - $170000 a year

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental insurance life insurance long-term disability educational benefits FSAs a generous 401k plan profit sharing an EAP 11-20 paid vacation days per year 10 paid holidays per year 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual preference national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is . ERG may on occasion screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype Teams GoToMeeting or another type of video platform. However any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If youre a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERGs online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation please contact Human Resources via email at emailprotected or call .

ERG fosters a friendly flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do the partnerships we foster and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

Required Experience:

Senior IC