Technical/ Functional Expert (Network)
The Swift Group
Apply to this job Annapolis Junction, MD on site Until 8/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted May 25, 2026 Last posted May 25, 2026
Job description
The Swift Group is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.
We are looking for a Network Technical/ Functional Expert to join a growing team in the following locations: Annapolis Junction, MD & Salt Lake City, UT.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver advanced network support across all locations, encompassing system-level design, architectural planning, and enterprise-grade security implementation.
- Design and maintain secure network boundaries, leveraging datacenter virtualization technologies and infrastructure spanning CAN, MAN, and LAN environments.
- Utilize packet capture and analysis tools to monitor and troubleshoot network performance.
- Configure and optimize TCP/IP protocol stacks, routing and switching protocols, and stateful firewall systems.
- Implement and manage Layer 3 and Layer 4 access controls to ensure robust network segmentation and security.
- Perform hands-on physical installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of network infrastructure components such as routers, switches, load balancers, and security appliances.
- Design and architect enterprise-grade security solutions, datacenter virtualization environments, and CAN/MAN/LAN infrastructure with a focus on scalability and resilience.
- Lead the development of secure enterprise boundaries and datacenter architectures, applying best practices in network security and segmentation.
- Create detailed system diagrams and deliver high-level technical presentations to senior management and stakeholders.
- Experienced in packet capture software.
- Provide expert-level support for Cisco-based networking equipment, ensuring optimal performance through advanced troubleshooting and system optimization.
- Demonstrated expertise in installing, configuring, and supporting a wide range of network technologies, including:
- Cisco IOS, CatOS, and NxOS
- Network filtering and access control mechanisms
- Ciscoworks, TACACS+, ASA, FWSM, and HP Openview
- Cisco routers and switches, F5/Cisco load balancers
- Infiniband, Juniper devices, FiberChannel (FC) SAN, and IPSEC-based VPNs
Requirements:
- At least 5 years’ experience demonstrated within the Department of Defense (DoD) in Network Engineering.
- Bachelor's Degree in Network Engineering, System Engineering or related field. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 10 years of experience total is required in Network Engineering.
- Must have datacenter network design and architecture experience to include installation and configuration of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls and IPSEC virtual private networks.
- DoD 8570 IAT II Certification
Security Clearance:
- A current government clearance, background investigation, and polygraph are required.
The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Pay Range: $49,996.80 - $290,004.00
Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.
At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.
About this role
Summary
Provide advanced network support, design, security, and troubleshooting for DoD networks.
Job title
Network Technical/ Functional Expert
Experience level
5+ years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
cybersecurity
Location requirements
Annapolis Junction, MD; remote work not specified
Salary
$50k–$290k
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
Cisco IOSfirewall systemspacket capturerouting and switching protocolsIPSEC VPNs
Preferred skills
None specified
Specializations
network supportsystem designsecurity implementationfirewallsCisco equipment
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Annapolis Junction, MD, USA
On-site City