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Hampton, VA (On-Site/Office)
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests.
Requisition #: 957
Job Title: Network and Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Location: Langley AFB, VA
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Secret
Required Certification(s):
• DoD 8570 Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE)
SUMMARY
Design, maintain, and automate enterprise-scale cloud and legacy infrastructure to support the Air Operations Center (AOC) across both CONUS and OCONUS locations. This role is responsible for ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing network operations while contributing to infrastructure modernization efforts using AWS and automation tools.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Network Design & Engineering
Design, implement, and manage secure, high-availability network architectures for enterprise-scale systems.
Configure and maintain routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP.
Identify and define network requirements, including redundancy, segmentation, and encryption.
Administer and secure networks and manage next-generation firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper).
Cloud & Infrastructure Operations
Engineer, maintain and automate hybrid cloud environments, including AWS and on-premise IaaS platforms.
Support cloud/hybrid cloud architecture and containerized environments.
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to optimize cloud performance and reliability.
Monitor and troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, ensuring appropriate escalation with vendors.
Security & Compliance
Implement network security controls and policies based on best practices and risk assessments.
Design secure networks, systems, and application architectures aligned with DoD and agency security guidelines.
Manage encryption, VPN solutions (e.g., DMVPN), and SDN platforms (e.g., Cisco ACI, Juniper Contrail).
Collaboration, Documentation & Leadership
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
Collaborate with technical writers to develop and maintain detailed network documentation, diagrams, and SOPs.
Contribute to strategic planning for network architecture and modernization.
Lead internal knowledge-sharing workshops and contribute to the creation of reusable templates and checklists (e.g., STIGs).
Serve as a mentor to junior team members and foster a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
• 5+ years of experience designing and managing enterprise networks.
• 5+ years supporting cloud and containerized environments (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• 5+ years using Agile and lean software development methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience with:
o Long-haul circuit technologies (TDM, MetroEthernet, MPLS)
o Encryption/VPN technologies (e.g., DMVPN)
o Software-defined networking (e.g., Cisco ACI, Juniper Contrail)
o Network monitoring tools (CruzOC, SolarWinds, Splunk)
o Troubleshooting hybrid, cloud, and on-prem network environments
o Secure network design and architecture
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Technical Tools & Platforms
• Required: Palo Alto Panorama
• Preferred: Palo Alto Networks, AWS, Terraform, Ansible, GitLab, LucidChart
Additional Skills
• Proven experience leading infrastructure projects and collaborating cross-functionally.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, particularly around documentation and reporting.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
• Typical office environment
Strength Demands
• Sedentary - Lifting up to 10 lbs. occasionally. Majority of work is seated.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.
Happy - Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful - Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests.
Requisition #: 957
Job Title: Network and Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Location: Langley AFB, VA
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Secret
Required Certification(s):
• DoD 8570 Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE)
SUMMARY
Design, maintain, and automate enterprise-scale cloud and legacy infrastructure to support the Air Operations Center (AOC) across both CONUS and OCONUS locations. This role is responsible for ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing network operations while contributing to infrastructure modernization efforts using AWS and automation tools.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Network Design & Engineering
Design, implement, and manage secure, high-availability network architectures for enterprise-scale systems.
Configure and maintain routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP.
Identify and define network requirements, including redundancy, segmentation, and encryption.
Administer and secure networks and manage next-generation firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper).
Cloud & Infrastructure Operations
Engineer, maintain and automate hybrid cloud environments, including AWS and on-premise IaaS platforms.
Support cloud/hybrid cloud architecture and containerized environments.
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to optimize cloud performance and reliability.
Monitor and troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, ensuring appropriate escalation with vendors.
Security & Compliance
Implement network security controls and policies based on best practices and risk assessments.
Design secure networks, systems, and application architectures aligned with DoD and agency security guidelines.
Manage encryption, VPN solutions (e.g., DMVPN), and SDN platforms (e.g., Cisco ACI, Juniper Contrail).
Collaboration, Documentation & Leadership
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
Collaborate with technical writers to develop and maintain detailed network documentation, diagrams, and SOPs.
Contribute to strategic planning for network architecture and modernization.
Lead internal knowledge-sharing workshops and contribute to the creation of reusable templates and checklists (e.g., STIGs).
Serve as a mentor to junior team members and foster a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
• 5+ years of experience designing and managing enterprise networks.
• 5+ years supporting cloud and containerized environments (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• 5+ years using Agile and lean software development methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience with:
o Long-haul circuit technologies (TDM, MetroEthernet, MPLS)
o Encryption/VPN technologies (e.g., DMVPN)
o Software-defined networking (e.g., Cisco ACI, Juniper Contrail)
o Network monitoring tools (CruzOC, SolarWinds, Splunk)
o Troubleshooting hybrid, cloud, and on-prem network environments
o Secure network design and architecture
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Technical Tools & Platforms
• Required: Palo Alto Panorama
• Preferred: Palo Alto Networks, AWS, Terraform, Ansible, GitLab, LucidChart
Additional Skills
• Proven experience leading infrastructure projects and collaborating cross-functionally.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, particularly around documentation and reporting.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
• Typical office environment
Strength Demands
• Sedentary - Lifting up to 10 lbs. occasionally. Majority of work is seated.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.
Happy - Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful - Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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