Full-Time

CSfC Senior Network Engineer

Deadline 3/4/27
TekSynap

TekSynap

501-1,000 employees

Government IT services and information management

Compensation Overview

$133k - $165k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Honolulu, HI, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship Required

Category
IT & Security (1)
Required Skills
Juniper
Computer Networking
Red Hat
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Top Secret OR Higher OR Secret Clearance level with completed T5 investigation
  • Active Professional Network certification (CCNP-Security, CCNA, HPE Aruba Networking Certified Professional – Switching, etc.)
  • Must have experience with one or more networking vendors: Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, etc.
  • One of the following DoD8140 Certifications: SecurityX/CASP+, CCNA, CCNP Security, CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional), GCED (GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender), GCIA (GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst), GCLD (GIAC Cloud Security Essentials), GDSA (GIAC Defensible Security Architecture), GFACT (GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies)
  • 10 or more years of experience in engineering
  • MA/MS= 10 years; BS=12 years
Responsibilities
  • Assists the Project Manager in the day-to-day management of leading Network Engineers; must have an in-depth understanding of advanced networking Operations and Maintenance CSfC concepts and processes and experience applying these with little to no guidance; must be able to provide guidance to others; must be able to perform successfully in complex, unstructured situations.
  • Proficient in multivendor networking environments in configuring firewalls, Intrusion Prevention/Detection systems, VPN gateways, routers, and switches (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Cisco ASA, etc.)
  • Develop and modify system scripts
  • Write standardized system documentation, including configuration guides, test procedures, test results, and training materials
  • Provide onsite training to technical and non-technical users on the daily use, management, and troubleshooting of the solution after installation
  • Support all Cross-Domain solution requirements
  • Collaborate with other operations departments to design approved infrastructure
  • Serve as the escalation contact during large outages for Tier 2 and 3 systems
  • Author network Engineering Design Packages to include detailed implementation project plans and procedures
  • Configures network, software, and hardware components to meet NSA CSfC, NIAP, and DoD requirements
  • Performs network design and systems integration
  • Designs, develops, implements, tests, and maintains complex secure communications networks
  • Configuring/managing PKI Certificate Authorities for CSfC solutions
  • Familiarity with Certificate Authority configuration (ISC CertAgent/MS Windows Server/Red Hat Certificate systems)
  • Document configuration, test procedure, results, and training materials
  • Preparing test reports and configuration documentation according to customer standards
  • Providing customer on-site training on solution daily use, management, and troubleshooting
  • Provide tier 2 and 3 support as part of a technical team
  • Identify and recommend hardware and support solutions based on research and analysis of new technologies, interfacing with customers and vendors
  • Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to the company
  • Apply DoD STIGs and IAVAs
  • Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

TekSynap delivers information management and IT services for Federal, state, and local government customers. It helps agencies plan, implement, and manage information technology environments that support rapid technological change, focusing on scalable data management, systems integration, and agile delivery. Its approach blends the structure and process of large organizations with the flexibility and cost efficiency of smaller teams to meet government requirements. The company's differentiator is its founders’ deep government experience and track record across major deployments (e.g., Department of Veterans Affairs), which informs a pragmatic, customer-focused delivery model. TekSynap’s goal is to help government clients move quickly and effectively using the right information technology to support their mission while balancing performance and cost.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

2008

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What believers are saying

  • Secured $11.9B DLA J6 IDIQ prime from 2024 to 2034.
  • Acquired JBA to strengthen FBI mission support.
  • Ocient partnership advances hyperscale analytics for DoD.

What critics are saying

  • 8(a) graduation in 2026 ends set-asides; General Dynamics undercuts bids.
  • Tyto Athene recaptures Army contracts using McDowell's $4B pipeline.
  • DLA shifts J6 task orders to JETS 2.0 rivals, cuts access 40-60%.

What makes TekSynap unique

  • TekSynap combines large-firm infrastructure with agile cost-effective delivery.
  • Founders' decade-long experience spans VA nationwide deployments and $100M sectors.
  • 91% employee satisfaction exceeds typical U.S. firms by 34 points.

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