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Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC. · 2 months ago

Systems Engineer - Cisco Network Automation- Fully Cleared

Annapolis Junction, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$171K/yr - $226K/yr

12+ years exp

Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC is seeking a Systems Engineer specializing in Cisco Network Automation to support critical mission infrastructure. The role involves architecting, automating, and optimizing network solutions to ensure operational systems are secure and functional, while collaborating with various teams to address complex network challenges.

Cyber SecurityInformation and Communications Technology (ICT)Information ServicesInformation TechnologyNetwork SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and implement automated solutions for Cisco Catalyst Center, ISE, and SD-WAN environments

Build automation workflows and policies for network provisioning, configuration, and security enforcement

Troubleshoot, optimize, and scale automation processes to improve resiliency

Develop visibility and alerting systems to proactively identify performance or configuration issues

Use metrics and analytics to monitor network health, diagnose root causes, and improve uptime

Collaborate with system administrators, developers, and mission operators to enhance infrastructure reliability

Communicate regularly with customers and leadership on progress, findings, and performance results

Qualification

Cisco technologiesNetwork automationScripting PythonScripting AnsibleEnterprise network protocolsLinux environmentVersion control (Git)Cisco certificationsOpen-source toolsContainerization platformsDataflow systems

Required

Active Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and twelve (12) years of related systems engineering experience OR sixteen (16) years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree

Strong expertise with Cisco technologies, including Catalyst Center, ISE, Cisco SD-WAN, and enterprise routing/switching

Proficiency in network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, or similar)

In-depth understanding of enterprise network protocols and software-defined networking

Experience with version control systems (Git preferred)

Comfortable operating in a Linux environment

Proven ability to automate manual network processes

Preferred

Cisco certifications such as CCIE, CCNP, or DevNet Professional

Experience deploying open-source tools in mission environments

Familiarity with containerization platforms (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes)

Prior experience supporting dataflow or mission infrastructure systems

Benefits

Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because.

Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.

Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.

Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.

A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.

Company

Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC.

Intelliforce-ITSG is a Woman-Owned Small Business in Ellicott City, Maryland, dedicated to delivering the highest quality secure solutions to our government customers in order to better protect our nation.

Founded in 2011

Ellicott City, Maryland, USA

51-200 employees