Senior Network Engineer - Onsite, Arlington, VA
Published: 2025-12-09At AGE Solutions, we don’t just support technology—we shape the future of national security. From cloud computing and cybersecurity to network engineering and automation, our team tackles complex challenges across defense and intelligence missions. Here, you’ll apply your expertise in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact. Whether you’re safeguarding critical systems or optimizing IT infrastructure, your work ...
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Network Engineer – Onsite in Crystal City, VA
Your Impact
Own your opportunity to support mission-critical operations for the largest government agency in the nation. Make a meaningful impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.
Job Description
We are seeking a Network Engineer to join our team onsite in Crystal City, VA. Due to the nature of this work, telecommuting is not permitted, and full-time onsite presence is required. This is a full-time onsite position, supporting Day Shift: Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm Parking pass provided.
Meaningful Work and Personal Impact
As a Network Engineer, you will review and evaluate IT infrastructure and systems to ensure adherence to organizational and mission requirements. You will design, implement, and maintain secure, high-performance network environments. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Designing, planning, and building communications networks.
- Configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN concentrators for LAN/WAN systems using appropriate protocols.
- Coordinating LAN/WAN hardware and software improvements or enhancements.
- Monitoring network performance using industry-leading technologies.
- Developing innovative engineering solutions and applying structured design methodologies.
- Planning the implementation of network enhancements.
- Analyzing requirements to develop technical solutions for complex challenges.
- Performing maintenance and upgrades of network components, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and remote access systems.
- Ensuring network integrity, connectivity, policy compliance, and system backup and recovery capability.
- Supporting acquisition of hardware, software, and subcontractor services when necessary.
- Creating plans and configurations for data communication networks.
- Evaluating new communications technologies to improve network capabilities.
- Maintaining current knowledge of assigned technologies and emerging trends.
- Designing and integrating hardware and software components for enterprise networks.
- Providing guidance and mentorship to less-experienced network personnel.
What You’ll Need to Succeed – Required
Clearance:
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Certifications:
- IAT Level II certification
- One of the following networking certifications:
- Brocade
- Cisco (CCNA / CCNP)
- Juniper (JNCIA / JNCIS / JNCIP)
- Aruba
- Willingness to obtain an Aruba certification within 90 days if not currently held
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in network administration
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
Technical Skills:
- Hands-on experience with Aruba networking systems
- Experience with routing protocols
Location:
- Ability to work full-time onsite in Crystal City in Arlington, VA
Desired Qualifications
- Aruba certifications such as ACSA or ACSP
Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000
At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.
- 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
- Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
- 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
- Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
- Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
- Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
- Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don’t take a financial hit while serving.
- Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
- Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
At AGE, you’ll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.