Cloud Network Engineer

About the role

Accenture Federal Services is looking for a Network Engineer to design, implement, and support network infrastructure for secure and efficient data transfer and communication across cloud-based and on-premises environments for the program. You'll work closely with IT, development, and security teams to keep networks running reliably across multiple classification levels.

Responsibilities

What You'll Own

• Network infrastructure design, implementation, and support across cloud-based and on-premises environments, including Cisco routing and switching configuration
• Deployment and management of encryption devices to secure data in transit
• Network system and service configuration, documented and kept current
• Troubleshooting of network and system issues across cloud and on-premises environments
• Network diagrams and documentation that reflect the current state of the environment
• Coordination with IT, development, and security teams to keep the network aligned with organizational requirements

What You'll Deliver

• Reliable, secure network connectivity across cloud and on-premises environments
• Documented network configurations, diagrams, and changes the team can rely on
• Fewer network issues through proactive testing and evaluation
• Resolved network incidents with clear documentation of root cause and fix
• Secure data transfer through properly deployed and maintained encryption devices

Requirements

• 3+ years of network engineering experience, including hands-on work with Cisco routing and switching design/configuration and deployment/management of encryption devices
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (Security+, CISSP, CASP, CCNA Security, or equivalent) or DoD 8140 equivalent

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience maintaining cloud-based network solutions
• Experience with network management and monitoring tools (e.g., NetScout, Wireshark, ExtraHop, SolarWinds)
• Experience with hybrid cloud networking (AWS VPC design, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with virtualization, containerization, or network orchestration technologies
• Familiarity with National Security systems and air-gapped environments

Security requirements

Active TS clearance required; SCI preferred.

Pay

The base pay range for this position in California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is $103,200—$196,400 USD. Compensation varies depending on office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.