***PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A TOP-SECRET CLEARANCE***
Location: Washington, DC - On-Site (5 Days)
Clearance Requirement: Active Top-Secret Clearance (SCI Eligible)
Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000 (Based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time Who We Are RCG, Inc. is a growing federal contracting company proudly Certified as a Great Place to Work. We are committed to delivering innovative technology solutions and mission support services to our government customers while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and growth. The Opportunity RCG is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to support enterprise network operations in a secure, on-site environment. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with strong experience in network engineering, systems integration, and operational support across complex environments. Please Note Due to the secure nature of this government agency, all candidates must be U.S. citizens and hold a current, active Top-Secret clearance (SCI eligible). This is a fully on-site position and is not eligible for telework. The successful candidate will receive a contingent offer based on the outcome of a government background check. This process may take several weeks, and employment cannot begin until it is successfully completed.
What You'll Do
- Administer, operate, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, load balancers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and proxies
- Design, build, and implement network systems and solutions
- Analyze customer requirements and develop integrated network architectures
- Troubleshoot network performance issues and conduct traffic analysis and capacity planning
- Monitor and respond to hardware, software, and network incidents, escalating as needed
- Support LAN/WAN systems including installation, testing, and maintenance
- Perform system-level design and configuration across hardware and software platforms
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including system engineers, ISSOs, and SMEs
- Maintain network monitoring tools and ensure system availability and performance
- Conduct system analysis, requirements development, and performance optimization
- Support implementation of scalable, fault-tolerant network designs
- Configure and optimize network connectivity, VPNs, NAT, and load balancing solutions
- Assist with disaster recovery planning and system security accreditation efforts
- Provide documentation, reporting, and operational oversight of network environments
- Stay current on emerging technologies and recommend improvements
What We're Looking For
- Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
- 5+ years of experience in network engineering, administration, or related field
- Strong experience with enterprise networking equipment (e.g., Cisco, Dell, Palo Alto)
- Experience with LAN/WAN design, integration, monitoring, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of network performance tools, traffic analysis, and security controls
- Familiarity with IDS/IPS systems and secure network devices (e.g., TACLANE)
- Experience supporting security accreditation and compliance requirements
- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
- Ability to manage complex network environments and collaborate across teams
Preferred Skills
- Experience with high-availability and fault-tolerant network architectures
- Familiarity with large-scale enterprise or federal environments
- Experience with network automation or scripting tools
Physical Demands Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Employment Opportunity RCG, Inc. does not discriminate against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any legally protected status. |
RCG, Inc.
Mar 26, 2026