CGS Federal
Network Engineer
About this role
CGS seeks an experienced Network Engineer in Washington, DC to evaluate, design, and maintain large-scale network infrastructure supporting both wired and wireless systems for a government project. You'll work with government stakeholders and vendors to implement network solutions, conduct security assessments, and provide technical guidance across a complex IT environment.
What you'll do
- Operate and manage network infrastructure with monitoring and reporting capabilities
- Design and implement wireless and wired network solutions with security patches and firmware updates
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and systems quality assurance
- Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and technical specifications
- Provide training and knowledge transfer to stakeholders on network best practices
- Interface with government personnel, internal teams, and vendors to deliver infrastructure improvements
What they're looking for
- Network infrastructure management and Cloudpath administration
- Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing protocols (VLANs, OSPF, VRRP)
- Network security (802.1x, MAC authentication, ACLs, RADIUS, CA)
- RF site survey tools (Ekahau, RF scanners, Wireshark)
- Linux, MS Server, VMware administration
- Penetration testing and vulnerability assessment
- CWNA and BCNE certifications
- Technical documentation and JIRA ticket management
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and 401k retirement plan
- Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care, and commuting
- 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 designing and implementing wireless and wired network infrastructure. What was the scale of the largest project you've worked on?
- Describe your hands-on experience with Cloudpath or similar enterprise onboarding platforms. How have you troubleshot wireless network health issues in production environments?