Cyber Range Network Engineer

Join ClearEdge and be a part of a dynamic team that solves some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge empowers our customers in government and industry with innovative, data-driven solutions.

Check out our extremely competitive benefits package at clearedgeit.com/benefits, which includes a $10k annual training/education benefit, 10% 401k contribution, health and technology allowance, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. We also offer monthly TechConnect and DeepDive collaboration sessions with our entire technical staff.

Your Mission

Support Cyber Security Defensive Operations by configuring and maintaining a high-fidelity Cyber Range environment consisting of hundreds to thousands of VMs, physical and virtual network devices, and firewalls. You will leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using Terraform, Ansible, VMware, and automation tools to ensure seamless, scalable, and efficient network operations.

Collaborate closely to design and implement training environments, force-on-force exercises, and infrastructure simulations. Work alongside software engineers, system administrators, network engineers, and systems engineers to develop innovative solutions for complex cyber challenges.

You Will Excel in This Role If You Are:

• A network engineer with strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, and Ansible
• Experienced in building and maintaining networks with both physical and virtual infrastructure
• Skilled in automating network environments using scripting languages such as Bash, PowerShell, Batch, or Python
• Familiar with cybersecurity tools, network configurations, and operational testing in a cyber range environment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting with evolving customer requirements

A Day in the Life Of:

• Configuring and automating network environments to support cyber operations and training exercises
• Working with Hunt, Red, and Blue Teams to tailor cyber range configurations to specific mission needs
• Implementing and maintaining next-generation firewalls, DNS, DHCP, NTP, Syslog, and other core network services
• Deploying and managing virtualized infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration across multiple nodes and sites
• Collaborating with a cross-functional team to enhance network automation and security capabilities

Must Haves:

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor's degree + 8 years of experience (or equivalent: Master’s + 6, Associate’s + 10, High School/GED + 12)
• Strong experience in network/system administration and cyber operations
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform and Ansible
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing virtualized infrastructure and firewalls (Palo Alto, McAfee)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell, Batch, Python)
• Deep understanding of Windows/Linux operating systems, application behaviors, and network traffic analysis

Nice to Have:

• Experience in an Agile development and DevOps environment
• Familiarity with container technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker
• Knowledge of penetration testing, red team operations, or defensive cyber security
• Experience with Splunk, Nutanix, and other cybersecurity tools

About us: 

We are an experienced advanced analytic development company providing Cyber solutions to current and emerging missions.

Our Core Values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability drive our mission and vision and are the heart of what we do each day. We combine our Core Values with the three key elements of people, technology, and integrity to repeatedly deliver stellar results within our primary competencies.

ClearEdge is also pleased to share that we have recently expanded our prime and subcontract presence into new cyber markets! 

If this position does not fit your skillset, please visit our Careers page to explore our current openings, or contact a ClearEdge recruiter at [email protected]. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.