Federal Network Engineer
About the job
- A minimum of 5 years of hands-on network engineering experience is required.
- A CCNP certification is required.
- Expertise in Cisco Voice, including CUCM and UCCX, is required.
- Strong working knowledge of Aruba wireless solutions, including controllers, access points, and switches, is required.
- Experience in federal environments and knowledge of federal requirements and compliance are required.
- An active or renewable security clearance is required.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% is required.
- Deep understanding of TCP/IP protocols, routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP, and Quality of Service is required.
- Proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting routers, switches, and firewalls is required.
- Federal experience, including work in secure and compliant environments, is required.
- Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical personnel in high-pressure environments is required.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple projects independently are required.
- Ability to work varied shifts and participate in an on-call rotation when necessary is required.
- Design, implement, and maintain complex network systems for VectorUSA and its federal clients.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and support enterprise network systems, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless systems, and VoIP.
- Install, configure, and upgrade network hardware and firmware, including Aruba wireless controllers and access points.
- Document work actions according to company and client standards using tools such as Microsoft Visio and Excel.
- Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and third-party service providers to resolve complex technical issues.
- Perform systems testing and troubleshooting across diverse networking systems.
- Provide 24/7 support for critical systems, including potential night, weekend, or on-call shifts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Additional certifications in Cisco or Aruba products are preferred.
- Experience with Fortinet networking products is preferred.
About the company
VectorUSA provides IT services and technology solutions. It designs, builds, and maintains a range of systems, including networks, security, data centers, wireless, cloud, audiovisual, and managed services, for public and private sectors like schools, ports, hospitals, studios, and government agencies. Their products are end-to-end IT solutions: designing and implementing infrastructure, integrating security and cloud technologies, and delivering ongoing maintenance and support to keep client systems running smoothly. They differentiate themselves through fast, agile, and responsive service, deep industry experience (average 17 years per employee), and customized solutions built from strong partnerships. The company’s goal is to maximize its clients’ IT potential by improving efficiency, productivity, security, and profitability while prioritizing friendly customer service and long-term relationships.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Torrance, California
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- January 2026 SOC launch expands recurring managed-security revenue and customer stickiness.
- February 2026 partner upgrades unlock co-selling, training, and premium lead flow.
- VectorUSA’s long-term customer relationships, like Conesys, support cross-sell across IT and security.
What critics are saying
- Security services are crowded; CrowdStrike, Fortinet, and MSSPs compress margins.
- Dependence on partner badges leaves VectorUSA vulnerable if Verkada or Fortinet reprioritize.
- A failed SOC incident would damage trust and stall cybersecurity expansion within months.
What makes VectorUSA unique
- February 2026: VectorUSA became Verkada Diamond Partner, signaling elite physical-security expertise.
- February 2026: Fortinet named VectorUSA an Engage Preferred Services Partner for advanced security services.
- January 2026: VectorUSA launched a 24x7 SOC combining monitoring, investigation, and response.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Performance Bonus
- Professional Development Budget
- Professional Certification Support