Network Lab Engineer - Active TS/SCI with CI POLY

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. Requirements Must possess 6+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree / Master's degree and 4+ years of work experience. Must have an Active TS/SCI and willing to obtain a CI Poly. 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. 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 Benefits Essential Network Security (ENS) Solutions, LLC is a service-disabled veteran owned, highly regarded IT consulting and management firm. ENS consults for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) providing innovative solutions in the core competency area of Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Software Development, Cyber and Network Security, System Engineering, Program/Project Management, IT support, Solutions, and Services that yield enduring results. Our strong technical and management experts have been able to maintain a standard of excellence in their relationships while delivering innovative, scalable and collaborative infrastructure to our clients. Why ENS? Free Platinum-Level Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 100% paid for by ENS 401k Contribution from Day 1 PTO + 11 Paid Federal Holidays Long & Short Term Disability Insurance Group Term Life Insurance Tuition, Certification & Professional Development Assistance Workers’ Compensation Relocation Assistance