Technology

Expert Network Engineer

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Emergent Technologies Inc 590 Grove St, Herndon, VA 20170
Job typeOther PostedAug 17, 2026 Apply bySep 16, 2026

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Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development

Location: Herndon, VA (On-Site)
Company: Emergent Technologies Inc.
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Emergent Technologies Inc. is seeking an experienced Expert Network Engineer to join our mission-focused team supporting a key government program. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in network architecture, routing and switching technologies, and cloud and software-defined networking solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, large-scale environments while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the design of cutting-edge network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage secure and scalable enterprise and cloud-based network infrastructures

  • Configure and troubleshoot advanced routing and switching protocols (EIGRP, BGP, ISIS, STP, LACP, VTP)

  • Deploy and support MPLS and SD-WAN solutions in production environments

  • Leverage automation tools and scripts to optimize and maintain network efficiency

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce detailed network designs, implementation plans, and technical documentation

  • Provide Tier 3/4 technical support and mentorship to junior engineers

  • Present and defend technical designs to architecture and security review boards

  • Continuously research and adopt new networking technologies to maintain modern and efficient systems

Required Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field (preferred)

  • Minimum of 11 years of relevant network engineering experience

  • Strong expertise in:

    • Network architecture and design

    • Routing and switching technologies

    • Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

    • Network automation tools and techniques

    • Software-defined networking (e.g., SD-WAN)

  • Ability to produce and maintain technical documentation

  • Independent learner with a demonstrated ability to quickly master new technologies

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience leading or managing large-scale network environments

  • Prior work in federal or enterprise-scale environments

  • Demonstrated success in resolving complex network issues and improving performance

  • Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent

  • Strong willingness and ability to stay up to date with emerging technologies


Location and commute

590 Grove St, Herndon, VA 20170.

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-2983518734.