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Network Engineer

MAXISIQ
Mc Lean, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/8/2026
Company Description

At MAXISIQ, curious minds tackle real-world cyber challenges that matter. Teams develop, test, and secure advanced technology powering today's and tomorrow's missions. We experiment with the latest tools, prototype new solutions, and see projects go from concept to action. You will apply technical expertise to projects requiring rapid prototyping, secure integration, and the development of actionable solutions for clients who depend on leading-edge capabilities. Creative problem-solving is encouraged, and growth happens through hands-on work across software, hardware, and network security. If you want to make an impact, solve complex technical puzzles, and help defend critical systems, this is a place where your skills matter and your ideas shape the future of technology.

Job Description

MAXISIQ is seeking engineering professionals to support network engineering efforts in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment supporting multiple mission networks. This requisition is intended to identify qualified candidates for anticipated and future network engineering opportunities as business needs evolve. Candidates will provide innovative ways to achieve operational excellence and identify and resolve network issues where needed. This full time role supports work performed primarily in McLean, VA. Some travel may be required, and work hours may include normal or early shifts.

Qualifications

Clearance:
  • Candidate must possess an active Top Secret Clearance and be willing to undergo a Full Scope Polygraph in order to be considered.

Skills and Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated experience performing network engineering on Sponsor mission systems.
  • Demonstrated experience working with TCP IP protocol suite, IP subnet masking, and routing protocols.
  • Demonstrated experience working in Local Area Network (LAN) environments and Wide Area Network (WAN) Transport environments.
  • Demonstrated experience designing, configuring, installing, and troubleshooting both routing and switching systems on Cisco and Juniper equipment.
  • Demonstrated experience with Routing Protocols to include OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP.
  • Demonstrated experience with Gateway Redundancy Protocols to include Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP) and Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP).
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing L2 and L3 VPN across an MPLS network.
  • Demonstrated experience with network security such as firewalls and Access Control Lists (ACL).
  • Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Visio for network topology creation and modification.
  • Demonstrated experience monitoring networks and using analysis tools to identify performance issues
  • Demonstrated experience repairing identified issues
  • Obtained (active or past) Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Juniper Network Certified Internet Professional (JNCIP) certifications, or have equivalent experience in designing, implementing and managing multivendor LAN and WAN networks.

Optional Skills
  • Experience supporting the Sponsor's A&A process
    Certification(s)
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
  • Juniper Network Certified Internet Expert (JNCIE)
  • Information System Security Engineer Professional (ISSEP)

Additional Information

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At MAXISIQ, inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a diverse and equitable workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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