Full-Time

Deployment Network Engineer

Updated on 8/18/2026

M9 Solutions

M9 Solutions

51-200 employees

Federal IT services: software, cloud, security

Compensation Overview

$60k - $180k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Springfield, VA, USA

In Person

Onsite work is required, with domestic and international travel expected.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Juniper
Computer Networking
AWS

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Requirements
  • An active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline and 7+ years of progressive experience are required.
  • DoD Manual 8140 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Certification for Intermediate-level Network Operations Specialist, DCWF Code 441, is required.
  • Strong communication skills and experience using ticketing systems are required.
  • Ability to identify cable colors, markings, or labels is required.
  • Ability to communicate with all organizational levels and present complex technical concepts to non-technical team members is required.
  • Ability to learn new technologies quickly is required.
  • Ability to develop and follow processes and standard operating procedures is required.
  • Working knowledge of network equipment, network devices, and configuration is required.
  • Ability to use device command-line interfaces and make configuration changes is required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
  • Experience with cloud provider environments such as Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure is required.
  • Working knowledge of wide-area network technology and deployment, including troubleshooting different communication circuit types, is required.
  • Understanding of Layer 1 technologies and their capabilities and limitations, including cable management, cable types, media converters, circuits, customer-premises equipment, telecommunications providers, and demarcation points, is required.
  • Experience creating network diagrams, rack elevations, and cable drawings is required.
  • Installation experience with routers, switches, firewalls, and security and encryption appliances is required.
  • Understanding of networking protocols and technologies including IPsec, Hot Standby Router Protocol, Border Gateway Protocol, Multiprotocol Label Switching, and quality of service is required.
Responsibilities
  • Support the O&M Network Engineer during pre-installation, onsite deployment, and go-live testing.
  • Prepare and perform onsite network surveys at client sites.
  • Participate in infrastructure configuration and testing activities before deployment.
  • Perform hands-on implementation at client sites.
  • Create and revise deployment documentation and provide feedback to the O&M Network Engineer for future deployment improvements.
  • Perform root-cause analysis to troubleshoot and identify issues at all network layers.
  • Configure, troubleshoot, and manage network security across a multi-enclave environment.
  • Configure systems based on security policies and guidelines.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with AWS and Azure environments at IL-2 or higher is a plus.
  • Juniper, HPE, and Junos experience is a plus.

M9 Solutions provides IT services and solutions to the Federal Government. It focuses on software development, cloud migration and infrastructure, cybersecurity, data delivery, and data analytics. Its products and services work by mobilizing skilled people and technologies to design, build, secure, and operate digital systems that improve performance and enable modern, sustainable change for government agencies. The company differentiates itself through its combination of domain expertise in federal IT, a focus on secure and stable technology delivery, and its commitment to delivering the digital future by aligning talent with mission needs. The goal is to help public sector organizations achieve better outcomes, resilient operations, and ongoing modernization.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • M9 completed CMMC Level 1 self-assessment in 2025, improving defense bid eligibility.
  • NTIS joint venture positioning supports access to federal data modernization work.
  • Leadership bench remains intact in 2026 with COO Ethel Formichelli and founder James McKee.

What critics are saying

  • Sean DuGuay left M9 in December 2024 for Aretum, weakening growth leadership.
  • HigherGov shows no recent awards, signaling thin visible demand through August 2025.
  • Without meaningful new contracts, M9 risks becoming a small, replaceable subcontractor by 2026.

What makes M9 Solutions unique

  • M9 Solutions pairs NTIS data innovation support with federal IT services since 2022.
  • M9 Solutions preserved SPRS affirmation after CMMC Level 1 self-assessment in 2025.
  • Founder James McKee still leads; stable ownership supports specialized federal contracting relationships.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

PTO/vacation

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Relocation Assistance

Adoption Assistance

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Parental Leave

Performance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Training Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Meal Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Legal Services

Employee Discounts

Company Social Events

Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 25th, 2023
Former Capgemini Executive Sean DuGuay Joins IT Services Provider M9 Solutions as President & CRO

Sean DuGuay, former Principal of National Security and Defense at Gapgemini Government Solutions, has joined M9 Solutions as President and Chief Revenue Officer, the information technology services and solutions provider announced on Friday.

PR Newswire
May 20th, 2022
M9 Solutions hires David Callner as Executive Team

M9 Solutions is pleased to welcome Chief Growth Officer David Callner to the Executive Team.