Network Lab Engineer - TS/SCI

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Network Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Information Systems, Network Engineering, Systems Engineering

Certifications:

None

Experience:

10 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT is seeking a Lab Engineer with strong networking expertise to support testing, evaluation, and development of advanced network solutions within a controlled lab environment. This role involves configuring network infrastructure, troubleshooting, and assisting in validation efforts to ensure high-performance and secure operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and maintain network lab environments to support testing and development initiatives.

• Troubleshoot and optimize network configurations across switches, routers, firewalls, and other critical infrastructure.

• Analyzing customer functional requirements to develop system requirements specifications and implement designed solutions

• Assist in developing and executing test plans, simulations, and performance validations.

• Document configurations, troubleshooting steps, and lab procedures for future reference.

• Support automation efforts using scripting or tools like Ansible, Python, or other network automation frameworks.

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and best practices for lab environments.

• Interacting with the Government customers regarding Network Engineering and technical considerations for associated problems, issues, or conflicts.

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a CI poly.

• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements including one of the following:  Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, or CCNA Security.

• 5 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education (BA/BS) and years of experience.

• Hands-on experience in network engineering, including configuration of Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking technologies.

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VXLANs, firewalls, and VPNs.

• Ability to troubleshoot complex networking issues in a lab environment.

• Security clearance may be required depending on the project.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud networking, SDN (Software-Defined Networking), and virtualization technologies.

• Knowledge of automation tools for networking (Ansible, Python, etc.).

• Knowledge of Linux administration

• Experience with VMware including NSX

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $144,500 - $195,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

USA VA Sterling

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bere