Network Engineer
No salary listed
Senior, Expert
Master's
Springfield, VA, USA
In PersonAt least 25% travel required.
IT OperationsNetwork Engineering & Administration
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required
About the job
Requirements
- Maintain an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.
- Have 8 or more years of related technical experience in network and transport technologies, tools, and techniques.
- Have 4 or more years of experience with large-scale enterprise or global networks in a fast-paced, diverse environment.
- Understand and have experience with the Department of Defense Architecture Framework and other key Department of Defense network architecture and strategic planning instructions.
- Have experience with Juniper equipment, switches, routers, firewalls, and cryptographic devices, including MX, EX, SRX, KG-175G/X, and KG-245A/X devices.
- Have experience with network analysis tools, including HP/Microfocus Network Automation and Network Node Manager, Juniper Secure Analytics, Infoblox, and Riverbed.
- Have experience with Juniper SRX firewall and VPN equipment.
- Have experience supporting IP services connecting to NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and JWICS, including IPv4, VPN, IPv6, multicast, Quality of Service, Software-Defined Networking, Simple Network Management Protocol, Voice over IP, and Video Teleconferencing.
- Have experience with OSPF, BGP, MPLS, RSVP/LDP Layer 2/3 VPNs, VRFs, IKE/IPSec, GRE tunnels, MTU, FTP, and import/export policies.
- Hold an IAT II certification.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate system maintenance, monitoring, and installation across multiple WAN/LAN environments encompassing multiple specializations, platforms, and technologies.
- Assist with researching and implementing enterprise-wide network solutions, capabilities, and enhancements to support customer business and mission goals.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network media and components.
- Evaluate and monitor network health and performance, including hardware and management software.
- Develop and maintain roadmaps for capabilities, operations, and technologies.
- Assist in developing and executing test plans and supporting documentation for network configuration upgrades, additions, or revisions for customer approval before implementation.
- Support network traffic analysis and bandwidth optimization to meet performance and availability objectives.
- Evaluate and report on emerging network and communications technologies to enhance network capacity, performance, and reliability.
- Evaluate and recommend changes or technology upgrades to address performance, standardization, and industry best practices.
- Follow customer network security processes and procedures and ensure compliance with government policies.
- Represent customer requirements in technical exchanges with other government agencies.
- Perform site surveys for new installations and technology refreshes.
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot satellite communications equipment.
- Develop and maintain network architecture diagrams.
Desired Qualifications
- Hold a master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Hold JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP, Cisco CCNP, CCVP, CCNA, or CCDP certification, or equivalent.
- Hold ITIL v3 Foundations certification.
- Hold ISC2 CISSP certification.
- Hold CompTIA Security+ certification.
About the company
Freedom Technology Solutions Group provides software engineering and IT solutions for mission-critical challenges, serving government agencies and international development organizations. It builds secure, scalable technology and geospatial data analytics capabilities and delivers them through project-based engagements and service contracts. The company works by offering tailored software and analytics services that meet specific client needs, emphasizing speed, efficiency, and reliable performance. Its differentiators include a focus on mission-critical work, expertise in geospatial data analytics, experience with government contracts, and a people-first culture that minimizes bureaucratic obstacles to let employees focus on their skills. The company's goal is to deliver practical, secure technology solutions that help clients operate effectively and scale as their needs grow.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Columbia, Maryland
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Freedom reported 170 LinkedIn employees and 2026 hiring across dozens of technical roles.
- The company said January 2026 SHIELD selection expands its missile-defense pipeline.
- WashingtonExec said 2026 priorities include prime contracts, cloud, data, AI, and acquisitions.
What critics are saying
- Bennett v. Freedom Technology Solutions Group ended in September 2024, leaving dispute risk visible.
- Indeed reviews allege billing obsession, dishonest management, and a racist atmosphere.
- Heavy dependence on government contracts exposes Freedom if MDA recompetes or primes displace it.
What makes Freedom Technology Solutions Group unique
- Freedom combines geospatial analytics, software engineering, and intelligence-community mission support from Columbia, Maryland.
- Its workforce spans cloud, DevOps, cyber, data science, and systems integration roles.
- January 2026 MDA SHIELD placement strengthens its defense-contractor credibility and technical specialization.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Flexible Work Hours