Network Engineer

Network Engineer supporting hybrid infrastructure. Manages routing switching firewallsVPNSD-WANandnetwork security;supports monitoring troubleshooting resiliency and secure connectivity.
Local Candidates strongly preferred

Position Overview

The Virginia Office of the Attorney General (OAG) seeks a Network Engineer to support and maintain a secure stable and high-performing enterprise network environment. This role is responsible for administering and troubleshooting core networking infrastructure across multiple office locations data centers and remote access environments.

The Network Engineer is a hands-on technical role responsible for routing switching firewalls VPN connectivity wireless infrastructure and network resiliency. The position works under the direction of the Director of Infrastructure & Operations and collaborates with Infrastructure Information Security End User Services Application/Data Services vendors and service providers.

This role emphasizes operational discipline secure network design structured change management and reliable service delivery within a government environment.

Key Responsibilities

Network Infrastructure Administration

• Administer enterprise routing and switching infrastructure
• Configure and maintain LAN WAN wireless and remote access environments
• Support hybrid MPLS and SD-WAN connectivity across multiple locations
• Maintain network availability resiliency and performance

• Administer firewalls VPN solutions and secure remote connectivity
• Implement and maintain network segmentation and access controls
• Support secure connectivity for cloud and hybrid environments
• Coordinate firewall rule changes and network security updates

• Monitor network health utilization and performance
• Respond to outages connectivity issues and infrastructure incidents
• Perform network troubleshooting across routing switching wireless and VPN environments
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

• Support implementation of network security controls and standards
• Collaborate with the Information Security Office on vulnerability remediation and risk reduction
• Assist with logging monitoring and audit activities
• Support secure configuration and hardening practices

• Execute network changes through defined change management processes
• Validate planned changes and maintain rollback procedures
• Participate in maintenance windows and operational planning
• Maintain network documentation and diagrams

• Coordinate with telecommunications providers and vendors
• Support circuit provisioning troubleshooting and escalations
• Assist with hardware lifecycle and support renewals

• Partner with Systems Administration on infrastructure dependencies
• Coordinate with End User Services regarding user-impacting network issues
• Support Application/Data teams with connectivity and performance needs
• Communicate operational risks and system impacts to leadership

• Experience administering enterprise network environments
• Strong knowledge of routing and switching concepts
• Experience with firewalls VPNs and secure remote access
• Experience troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues
• Familiarity with wireless networking technologies
• Understanding of structured operational and change management processes

• Experience with Cisco networking technologies
• Experience with SD-WAN and hybrid network environments
• Experience in government or regulated environments
• Familiarity with network monitoring and logging tools
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA or CCNP

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple operational priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across technical teams
• Focus on reliability security and operational consistency

• Office-based environment
• Occasional after-hours support for maintenance or incident response
• Limited travel between office locations may be required

Additional Information

This position supports the agencys core network infrastructure and plays a critical role in ensuring secure and reliable connectivity for agency operations. The Network Engineer operates within established governance and operational processes to support stability resiliency and risk reduction across the enterprise environment.