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D2 Consulting

Federal IT services: engineering, security, cloud

Senior Juniper Network Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$135k - $145k+ 401(k) match + Referral bonuses
Senior, Expert
Springfield, VA, USA
In PersonTravel to local sites up to 15%; further CONUS/OCONUS travel may be required on a voluntary basis.
IT OperationsNetwork Engineering & Administration
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • 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 DoD Architecture Framework and other key DoD network architecture and strategic planning instructions.
  • Have experience with Juniper switches, routers, and firewalls, including MX, EX, QFX, and SRX devices, and cryptographic devices including KG-175G/F/X and KG-142.
  • Have experience with network analysis tools, including network monitoring, AAA solutions, and security analysis tools.
  • Have experience supporting IP services that connect to NIPRNET, SIPRNET, JWICS, and other external environments.
  • Have experience with switching, LAN, and Layer 2 technologies; OSPF; BGP; MPLS; RSVP/LDP L2/3VPNs; VRFs; IKE/IPSec; GRE tunnels; MTU/MSS; import/export policies; IPv4; multicast; COS/QOS; SNMP; SYSLOG; and AAA.
  • Have experience planning hardware for new site installations or equipment recapitalization, planning projects, drafting network diagrams, and drafting engineering configurations.
  • Have experience troubleshooting network environments and providing regular updates.
  • Hold an IAT II certification.
  • Hold an active TS/SCI security clearance.
Responsibilities
  • Focus on network engineering, new project requirements, and the operation and sustainment of existing infrastructure.
  • Coordinate system maintenance, monitoring, and installation across multiple WAN/LAN environments and their specializations, platforms, and technologies.
  • Assist with researching and implementing enterprise-wide network solutions, capabilities, and enhancements to support customer business and mission objectives.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve network media and component issues.
  • Evaluate and monitor network health and performance, including hardware and management software.
  • Develop and maintain a roadmap for capabilities, operations, and technologies.
  • Assist with 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 JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP, Cisco CCNP, CCVP, CCNA, or CCDP certification, or equivalent.
  • Hold ITIL v3 Foundations certification.
  • Hold ISC2 CISSP certification.
  • Have experience integrating multi-vendor cloud environments.
  • Have experience with network automation using Python/PYEZ or Ansible.
  • Have experience with OpenText Network Automation, Network Node Manager, ScienceLogic SL1, Forward Networks, Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, Juniper Route Director, Juniper Security Appliance, Riverbed, Infoblox, or NetTerrain.

About the company

D2 Consulting delivers IT services to the Federal Government in engineering, operations, and governance to deploy and maintain IT services and solutions, including VDI and enterprise performance and availability tooling. It combines engineering work, operations support, and governance to install tooling for monitoring, perform security and risk assessments to support accreditation, and guide cloud migration and data center modernization. The firm differentiates itself with government-focused delivery across integrated domains—engineering/ops/governance, cybersecurity with accreditation support, and cloud/data center modernization—emphasizing accreditation and cloud-adaptation of controls. Its goal is to help federal agencies deploy, secure, and modernize IT infrastructure with reliable performance and compliant operations, enabling timely cloud adoption and data center modernization while managing risk.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Australia

Founded

2000

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What believers are saying

  • Website updated July 27, 2026, signaling the business remains active.
  • SAM shows active standing and no suspension or debarment on record.
  • Federal demand for cloud migration and cyber governance aligns with D2's service mix.

What critics are saying

  • Public award trackers show no clear recent D2 Consulting contract wins in 2026.
  • Federal-only exposure makes one recompete loss or shutdown immediately painful.
  • SAM registration expires December 5, 2026; missed renewal freezes bidding and revenue.

What makes D2 Consulting unique

  • Veteran Owned Small Business, serving U.S. Intelligence, Defense, and Civilian agencies in Arlington.
  • Combines engineering, cyber assurance, and cloud migration for federal IT modernization.
  • Emphasizes accreditation support for cloud environments, a niche many integrators avoid.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance