Network Engineer III

Job Title: Network Engineer III

Location: Hybrid/ Bluemont, VA

Clearance: DHS Public Trust/ Ability to obtain

Job Category: IT

About SHR Consulting Group:

SHR is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's most complex modernization and readiness challenges across the defense, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and AI. With an intimate understanding of our customers' challenges and deep expertise in existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions.

Position Overview:

SHR Consulting Group is seeking an experienced Network Engineer III to lead and support advanced enterprise networking solutions within a hybrid and cloud-integrated federal IT environment. This role requires an in-depth understanding of network architecture, operations, and security across both on-premise and cloud infrastructure.

The Network Engineer III will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and securing network infrastructure that supports mission-critical federal systems. This includes WAN/LAN environments, cloud connectivity, and secure remote access. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with enterprise-level routing, switching, firewall management, and performance optimization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and manage large-scale, enterprise-level hybrid network infrastructures (LAN/WAN/Cloud).
• Implement secure and scalable networking solutions aligned with agency modernization goals.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues across environments.
• Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers.
• Develop network topology diagrams, documentation, and change control records.
• Perform security audits and vulnerability assessments on network components.
• Implement best practices for network segmentation, access control, and zero trust architecture.
• Collaborate with cloud and cybersecurity teams to ensure seamless and secure connectivity between data centers and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Support migration efforts from legacy systems to modern network infrastructures.
• Ensure compliance with federal IT and cybersecurity policies, including NIST and DHS standards.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Certifications:

At least one of the following:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Experience:

• Must have 10 years or more experience

Why Join SHR Consulting Group:

At SHR, we foster an environment that promotes growth, innovation, and continuous learning. As a valued member of our team, you will:

• Contribute to impactful government initiatives that enhance national security and public welfare.
• Work in a collaborative, flexible, and forward-thinking work environment.
• Receive competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.

Join us and make a difference.