CGS Federal
Network Engineer
About this role
Contact Government Services seeks an experienced Network Engineer in Baltimore, MD to evaluate, design, and implement comprehensive network infrastructure for a large-scale government project involving wired, wireless, and software components. You'll work with government stakeholders and vendors to assess current systems, conduct testing, and ensure security while providing technical guidance and documentation.
What you'll do
- Operate, manage, and optimize NPS network infrastructure across wired and wireless systems
- Design and implement network solutions with security patches, firmware updates, and vulnerability assessments
- Administer Cloudpath onboarding, monitor wireless network health, and troubleshoot RF and LAN issues
- Develop and maintain comprehensive infrastructure documentation, diagrams, and JIRA tickets
- Define testing procedures for new projects and provide design recommendations to stakeholders
- Conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and knowledge transfer to government personnel
What they're looking for
- Network infrastructure design and management (Layer 2/3 protocols, VLANs, OSPF, VRRP)
- Wireless network administration (802.1x, Cloudpath, RF site surveys, Ekahau)
- Network security (802.1x, MAC Authentication, ACLs, RADIUS, certificate authority)
- RF troubleshooting and packet analysis tools (Wireshark, RF Scanners)
- CWNA and BCNE certifications required
- Linux, MS Server 2013, and VMware administration
- Penetration testing and vulnerability assessment
- Agile/Scrum project management methodologies
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life Insurance and 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Paid Time Off and State/Federal Holiday observance
- Professional growth and learning opportunities
- Collaborative, supportive work environment
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CGS Federal
CGS Federal provides workforce development solutions and federal technology services, including training programs, job placement initiatives, and custom software development for government agencies. The company is hiring workforce development professionals in Washington, DC and SharePoint/PowerApps developers in Chicago and Atlanta to support these initiatives.
- Website
- cgsfederal.com
Likely interview questions
- Walk us through your experience with wireless network infrastructure design and implementation. Can you describe a project where you evaluated and redesigned disparate networks?
- Tell us about your experience with Cloudpath onboarding and wireless network health monitoring. What challenges have you encountered and how did you resolve them?