Network Engineer – Routing, Switching, Firewall
Electrosoft Services Inc
$150,000 - $170,000 / year
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Description
Electrosoft Services, LLC is an award-winning company that provides comprehensive technology-based solutions and services to federal customers. While cybersecurity is our specialty, we also focus on ICAM, Zero Trust, digital engineering and transformation, and enterprise AI and intelligent automation. We always seek to delight our customers, so we retain highly qualified employees and offer them meaningful work, growth opportunities, and work-life balance. What sets us apart from all other contractors is the sense of teamwork our employees feel – and the knowledge that outstanding effort is recognized and rewarded. The camaraderie we share emanates from Lunch & Learn sessions where we explore new ideas together, fun group activities ranging from escape rooms to miniature golf, and much, much more. If we’ve described you and your dream workplace, please apply and share in the many benefits and opportunities we offer.
Network Engineer – Routing, Switching, Firewall
Responsibilities and Duties:
The candidate will be capable of performing the tasks &/or possess the skills listed below:
- Participate in the Implement, Planning, and Execution of IT network solution projects and upgrades which align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot network issues to ensure minimal downtime, identify bottlenecks or areas for improvement, optimize throughput/performance &/or network configurations, and implement quality of service (QoS) policies to ensure efficient data flow.
- Perform regular network maintenance tasks, including firmware updates, patch management, and hardware replacements.
- Provide technical support and expertise to resolve network-related issues and outages promptly.
- Support and troubleshoot new &/or existing network security measures.
- Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems administrators, developers, and security professionals, to support IT projects and initiatives.
- Experience with Federal Security Operations Center capabilities.
- Knowledge of cyber threats, tools, techniques and processes.
- Ability to monitor and analyze network traffic for suspicious activity.
- Experience with responding to security incidents and taking appropriate action to contain and remediate the issue.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Skills/Experience/Certifications:
- 8+ years’ experience with IT Network Administration demonstrating experience with managing and supporting network infrastructure, including Firewalls, Routers, Switches, LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks.
- Proficient in RADIUS, TACACS+, and 802.1x utilizing Cisco Identity Services Engine &/or possess knowledge & familiarity with Gigamon, Palo Alto Firewalls, Cisco Secure Network Analytics, &/or “Other” industry common security tools.
- Candidate will hold a ComSci/CIS/InfoSec/IT related bachelor’s degree (or higher) with ~8+ years of Network Admin work experience or an equivalent combination of education, certifications, & IT experience.
- Possess knowledge &/or familiarity with security hardening framework standards and regulations from Center for Internet Security (CIS) Control 4, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-53 Revision 5, and Defense Information Systems Agency’s (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
- Knowledge, proficiency performing, and/or experience with the following items: scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell, SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools, cloud security technologies, developing and implementing security policies and procedures, and Palo Alto Prisma.
- Candidate will hold and maintain a current vendor (or one version release previous) certification such as “Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)", “Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)", or higher certification. (E.G.: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP))
The actual base salary offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant years and depth of experience, skills and qualifications, education, certifications, internal equity, and the specific requirements of the position. Candidates should not assume they will be offered the top of the posted range, as compensation is based on the individual qualifications and overall fit for the role.
Electrosoft is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefits
- stock options
About this role
Electrosoft Services is seeking a Network Engineer with deep expertise in routing, switching, and firewall technologies to support federal customers on infrastructure projects and security operations. You'll own the full lifecycle of network solutions—from planning and implementation through ongoing optimization and troubleshooting—while monitoring performance, managing patches and firmware updates, and ensuring minimal downtime. The role also requires you to assess network security posture through vulnerability scans, respond to security incidents, and collaborate with systems administrators, developers, and security teams on cross-functional initiatives.
This position demands 8+ years of hands-on network administration experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, and related security tools, paired with a bachelor's degree in a computer science or IT-related field. You'll need current vendor certifications (CCNA or higher preferred), proficiency in scripting languages like Python or PowerShell, and working knowledge of SIEM platforms and security frameworks including NIST 800-53 and DISA STIGs. Experience with Federal Security Operations Center environments and the ability to analyze network traffic for threats are essential.
The role is based in Atlanta and requires in-office presence. Electrosoft emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and work-life balance, with a salary range of $150,000 to $170,000.
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