Network Engineer, Systems Administrator
Alpha Omega Integration, LLC, Lorton, VA, United States
Description
Job Title: Network Engineer
Clearance Required: DHS Public Trust
Work Location: Onsite; Onsite 5 days a week in Lorton, VA office
Alpha Omega is seeking a qualified Network Engineer in support of our Dept of Homeland Security customer. In this role, this individual will maintain and troubleshoot the Windows and Meraki infrastructure of the organization. The Network Engineer will be responsible for the administration and management of Windows servers, including but not limited to Windows Services (WSUS and Active Directory) as well as Cisco/Meraki cloud and on-premises devices, including switches, routers, wireless access points, and security appliances.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and maintain Cisco Meraki cloud and on-premises devices, including switches, routers, wireless access points, and security appliances
Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco Meraki Cloud solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with the Windows and Meraki infrastructure
Monitor and optimize server and device performances and network throughput
Manage and maintain Windows servers, including WSUS and Active Directory
Ensure security and compliance with industry standards
Provide support and guidance to their IT staff
Good understanding of network protocols and principles
Stay up to date with new Windows and Meraki technologies and best practices
Required Qualifications:
Required Experience/Skills:
5 to 8 years of demonstrated experience in systems administration
etwork engineering
Strong experience with Cisco/Meraki cloud and on-premises device administration and management
Experience with Windows server administration, including WSUS and Active Directory management.
In-depth understanding of networking principles and protocols including routing, switching, and security
Understanding of group policies
Strong understanding of security and compliance best practices
Experience with server performance monitoring and optimization
Hands-on experience with Multi Factor Authentication such as OKTA, Google
Authenticator and Microsoft Authenticator
Strong PowerShell scripting skills
Experience in building, maintaining and monitoring and troubleshooting Crowd Strike
Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Strong communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Active or recent previous DHS experience highly desired
Preferred Certification(s):
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
Microsoft Windows Server Administrator Certification
Salary and Benefit Information:
The likely salary range for this position is $93,580 - $135,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position and could fall outside of this range.
Application Deadline:
6/30/2026
Joining the Alpha Omega team entitles you to participate in all retirement benefits, plans of deferred compensation, health and insurance benefits, and other such benefits as set forth in the company's policy and benefits manuals. See below, to name a few:
15 days PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company's holiday schedule each year)
Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)
Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums
401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of service
FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans
Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit
We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Company:
Alpha Omega is an award-winning solutions provider dedicated to delivering mission-enabling technology and strategic solutions for our customers. Since our founding in 2016, we have grown to over 700 employees nationwide consisting of former operators, technologists, and strategists who bring decades of government and industry experience. They are united by one purpose: ensuring our nation's continued global leadership.
We have a unified operating model providing technical capabilities and solutions for customers across two main business units:
National Security -
supporting agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Navy, Air Force, Army, and the Department of State (DOS).
National Resilience
- supporting agencies such as Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Treasury, Health & Human Services (HHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Through strategic partnerships, intellectual property, and relentless drive for innovation, Alpha Omega is shaping the future of government technology. We are proud to be a Virginia Best Places to Work 8 times, an Inc. 5000 honoree 7 times, and a Washington Post Top Workplaces 4 times. Join us in driving transformation that secures the nation's future.
Culture and Values:
Guided by our core values-Harmony, Engagement, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity (HEART)- we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning and are committed to delivering high-impact solutions. We recognize and reward hard work.
Alpha Omega's culture is driven by our values and mission. We invest in top talent through mentorship, growth, and meaningful work. We value individuality, reward integrity, and foster a diverse, high-performing team united by purpose-at work, in service, and in the community.
Alpha Omega Integration, LLC (Alpha Omega) is an Equal Opportunity 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.
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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Title: Network Engineer
Clearance Required: DHS Public Trust
Work Location: Onsite; Onsite 5 days a week in Lorton, VA office
Alpha Omega is seeking a qualified Network Engineer in support of our Dept of Homeland Security customer. In this role, this individual will maintain and troubleshoot the Windows and Meraki infrastructure of the organization. The Network Engineer will be responsible for the administration and management of Windows servers, including but not limited to Windows Services (WSUS and Active Directory) as well as Cisco/Meraki cloud and on-premises devices, including switches, routers, wireless access points, and security appliances.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and maintain Cisco Meraki cloud and on-premises devices, including switches, routers, wireless access points, and security appliances
Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco Meraki Cloud solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with the Windows and Meraki infrastructure
Monitor and optimize server and device performances and network throughput
Manage and maintain Windows servers, including WSUS and Active Directory
Ensure security and compliance with industry standards
Provide support and guidance to their IT staff
Good understanding of network protocols and principles
Stay up to date with new Windows and Meraki technologies and best practices
Required Qualifications:
Required Experience/Skills:
5 to 8 years of demonstrated experience in systems administration
etwork engineering
Strong experience with Cisco/Meraki cloud and on-premises device administration and management
Experience with Windows server administration, including WSUS and Active Directory management.
In-depth understanding of networking principles and protocols including routing, switching, and security
Understanding of group policies
Strong understanding of security and compliance best practices
Experience with server performance monitoring and optimization
Hands-on experience with Multi Factor Authentication such as OKTA, Google
Authenticator and Microsoft Authenticator
Strong PowerShell scripting skills
Experience in building, maintaining and monitoring and troubleshooting Crowd Strike
Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Strong communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Active or recent previous DHS experience highly desired
Preferred Certification(s):
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
Microsoft Windows Server Administrator Certification
Salary and Benefit Information:
The likely salary range for this position is $93,580 - $135,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position and could fall outside of this range.
Application Deadline:
6/30/2026
Joining the Alpha Omega team entitles you to participate in all retirement benefits, plans of deferred compensation, health and insurance benefits, and other such benefits as set forth in the company's policy and benefits manuals. See below, to name a few:
15 days PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company's holiday schedule each year)
Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)
Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums
401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of service
FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans
Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit
We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Company:
Alpha Omega is an award-winning solutions provider dedicated to delivering mission-enabling technology and strategic solutions for our customers. Since our founding in 2016, we have grown to over 700 employees nationwide consisting of former operators, technologists, and strategists who bring decades of government and industry experience. They are united by one purpose: ensuring our nation's continued global leadership.
We have a unified operating model providing technical capabilities and solutions for customers across two main business units:
National Security -
supporting agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Navy, Air Force, Army, and the Department of State (DOS).
National Resilience
- supporting agencies such as Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Treasury, Health & Human Services (HHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Through strategic partnerships, intellectual property, and relentless drive for innovation, Alpha Omega is shaping the future of government technology. We are proud to be a Virginia Best Places to Work 8 times, an Inc. 5000 honoree 7 times, and a Washington Post Top Workplaces 4 times. Join us in driving transformation that secures the nation's future.
Culture and Values:
Guided by our core values-Harmony, Engagement, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity (HEART)- we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning and are committed to delivering high-impact solutions. We recognize and reward hard work.
Alpha Omega's culture is driven by our values and mission. We invest in top talent through mentorship, growth, and meaningful work. We value individuality, reward integrity, and foster a diverse, high-performing team united by purpose-at work, in service, and in the community.
Alpha Omega Integration, LLC (Alpha Omega) is an Equal Opportunity 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.
#LI-Remote
#LI-ST1
#dice
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.