NetworkEngineer

At Ardent, we hire people who want more than a job — they want to serve a mission that matters. Our teams support the federal government’s most critical national security and defense priorities, helping protect the nation, strengthen resilience, and advance the technologies and capabilities that keep America secure. For veterans, cleared professionals, and purpose-driven innovators, Ardent is a place to continue serving alongside a team that understands the importance of the mission and the people behind it. We also know top talent has choices, which is why we back our mission with benefits and flexibility that stand out: competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, flexible PTO, federal holidays off, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, wellness stipends, and a culture that values and rewards hard work, dedication, and adaptability. If you want to build something meaningful, while enjoying the kind of flexibility and support that you need to do your best work — Ardent is where your next mission begins. Ardent is seeking a Network Engineer to join our team. This is an onsite position in Washington DC. Position Description: • Enterprise Network Operations: Support the implementation, operation, and optimization of the Congressional Budget Office’s Cisco-based network infrastructure, including core, distribution, access, and edge environments, ensuring reliability, performance, and availability in support of mission requirements. • Network Security review and update all SOPs on at least an annual basis or as required to reflect changes in technology, policy, or security requirements. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting enterprise network environments. Hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies, including routers, switches, and firewalls. Strong knowledge of routing and switching protocols an