Network Engineer

About the role

CGI Federal is seeking a Network Engineer to support the design, configuration, monitoring, and sustainment of network infrastructure essential to a Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) program for the US Army. This role ensures reliable, secure, and high performance network operations across complex Defense environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network performance to ensure availability, reliability, and optimal throughput
• Track system resource utilization, performance trends, and capacity needs
• Provide proactive recommendations for network enhancements or scaling
• Configure and install network devices and services (routers, switches, firewalls, VPN, load balancers, QoS)
• Deploy and integrate new hardware and network infrastructure components
• Support implementation of secure network architectures and segmentation strategies
• Perform routine network maintenance, including patches, service packs, hot fixes, and firmware upgrades
• Apply security configurations in accordance with Defense and organizational requirements
• Verify compatibility and functionality after upgrades or changes
• Adhere to established configuration management policies for network changes
• Ensure all network updates are documented, approved, and communicated
• Participate in change reviews, network planning sessions, and architecture discussions
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, outages, and performance bottlenecks
• Liaise with hardware/software vendors, service providers, and internal IT teams for issue resolution
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, device inventories, and configuration records
• Document procedures, installation steps, and maintenance actions
• Support audit requirements, cybersecurity inspections, and compliance activities

Requirements

• Education: BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related computer field
• Experience: 4+ years of experience as a network engineer in a Defense environment
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in network protocols, routing, switching, and security configurations; experience with network monitoring tools, diagnostic utilities, and performance measurement; familiarity with configuration/change management processes and documentation standards; ability to apply patches, updates, and security controls to networked systems
• Abilities & Working Style: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex network issues; effective communication skills and capability to document technical processes clearly

Qualifications

• Advanced Networking Skills
• Experience supporting tactical networks, C5ISR systems, or Defense fielded systems
• Knowledge of encryption devices, secure tunneling protocols, or cross domain solutions
• Tools & Technologies: Experience using enterprise monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Splunk, LogicMonitor, etc.); familiarity with virtual networking, hypervisors, or cloud connected Defense networks
• Certifications: Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP); DoD 8570/8140 certifications (Security+, Network+, CySA+); Network security certifications (e.g., CCNA Security)