# Network Engineer

**Company:** [Qode](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/d9Gs4Q7pnWjZVXU2mK6CGd.md)
**Location:** Maryland, United States
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

****Network Engineer (Cisco | Zero Trust | NIST)****

  

****Looking to make an impact in a secure, enterprise environment?****

Join a team focused on building resilient, secure network infrastructure using modern Zero Trust and NIST-aligned practices.

****Where?****

Hybrid role with remote flexibility; occasional on-site support in Washington, DC.

****Job Details****

-   **Schedule:** Full-time (after-hours/weekend work as needed)
-   Active Security Clearance: Must be eligible for and successfully pass a Public Trust Tier 2 background check and fingerprinting
-   **Environment:** Hybrid ( occasional onsite work Greater DC area
-   **Key Info:** 24/7 operations, strict change control, security-driven environment

****Job Duties****

-   Engineer and support Cisco network infrastructure aligned with NIST standards
-   Implement Zero Trust controls, segmentation, and secure access policies
-   Manage network security (802.1X, SIEM logging, device hardening)
-   Troubleshoot, monitor performance, and support incident response
-   Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines

****Job Requirements****

-   8+ years of IT/networking experience (6+ in engineering roles)
-   Strong Cisco networking expertise (routing, switching, security)
-   Experience with NIST frameworks and Zero Trust principles
-   Background in secure environments with change control and compliance
-   Professional-level certifications (Cisco or equivalent) required
-   Active Security Clearance: Must be eligible for and successfully pass a Public Trust Tier 2 background check and fingerprinting process conducted through the U.S. Capitol Police.