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SME Network Engineer

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Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/25/2026
Overview: GovCIO is currently hiring for a SME Network Engineer with an active Secret clearance to provide classified and unclassified Tier 3 senior level support for the design, implementation, and deployment of network specific technologies across government Enterprise environment consisting of hundreds of locations worldwide. This position will be located in Arlington, VA and will be a hybrid position.

Responsibilities

  • Provides classified and unclassified Tier 3 senior level support for the design, implementation, and deployment of network specific technologies across government Enterprise environment consisting of hundreds of locations worldwide.
  • Provides engineering and operational support for cloud providers to include AWS and Azure, on-premise datacenters, campus networks, Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Networks (DMVPN), Layer 2/3, wireless networks, network applications installed on client workstations, optimization of various LAN and WAN environments, datacenter load balancing, network access security to include 802.1x and Cisco ISE.
  • Provides SME level support for Cisco ACI, Cisco NDO, Cisco APIC, Cisco UCS, virtualization (VMWare), and UCS Director.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's with 15 years network engineering (or commensurate experience)
  • Preferred Certification: CCIE or equivalent
  • Active Secret Clearance required, plus the ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability

Company Overview: GovCIO is a team of transformers people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

  • During the Interview Process
    • Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
    • Camera must be on
    • A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
    • During the Hiring Process
      • Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
      • Background check, to include:
        • Criminal history (past 7 years)
        • Verification of your highest level of education
        • Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
Employee Perks

Benefits

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate Discounts
  • Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
  • Training, Education and Certification Assistance
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Internal Mobility Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Flexible Work Environment

Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range: USD $161,900.00 - USD $199,260.00 /Yr.

Salary : $161,900 - $199,260

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