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title: 'Network Infrastructure Engineer at Strategic Growth Partners'
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# Network Infrastructure Engineer at Strategic Growth Partners

- **Company:** Strategic Growth Partners
- **Location:** Jackson, MS
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Posted:** 2026-10-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-13
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/strategic-growth-partners/a3517842-0961-4feb-9c30-d1186ab48cf4

## Job description

Strategic Growth Partners provides both operations and strategic support to Tribal 8(a) and commercial organizations. Our client specializes in providing expert solutions tailored to businesses. Their services encompass IT staffing services, cybersecurity, computer system validation, SDLC, GxP compliance, quality management, audits, risk assessment, software assurance, and AI technology compliance. They are seeking a highly skilled Network Infrastructure Engineer in Jackson, MS. to support and advance the Office of Information Technology (OIT), Mississippi Department of Revenue (DOR) enterprise networking environment. This position plays a critical role in designing, deploying, and operating new Liquor Distribution Center (LDC) fabrics, networks, identity-driven access systems, and observability platforms. The engineer will work closely with the infrastructure team to keep the State's network services reliable, scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise modernization goals. This is a hands-on engineering position supporting mission-critical systems across data centers and statewide operations. Worksite Type: Onsite. Monday – Friday. 40 hours per week. Compensation: W2 rate: $60-$65/hr. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Cisco ACI & Data Center Networking

- Design, implement, and maintain Cisco Nexus platforms running ACI mode, including VRFs, Bridge Domains, EPGs/ESGs, L3Out, contracts, and fabric policies.
- Integrate ACI with virtualization and container platforms, including Red Hat OpenShift VMM and Isovalent/Cilium.
- Configure and optimize RoCEv2 within the ACI fabric for high-performance, low-latency workloads.
- Troubleshoot ACI fabric health, faults, endpoint learning, contracts, and multi-tenant segmentation.
- Develop and maintain fabric documentation, standards, and operational procedures. Cisco Catalyst & Software-Defined Access (SDA)
- Deploy and support Cisco Catalyst platforms within campus environments.
- Design and maintain SDA architectures, including SDA Wired Fabric and Fabric-Enabled Wireless.
- Manage fabric underlay and overlay, policy mapping, authentication integrations, and assurance operations.
- Collaborate with wireless engineers to optimize coverage, performance, and policy enforcement. Identity-Driven Networking & Security
- Configure and administer Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for TACACS+ device administration, authentication and authorization policy sets, and endpoint profiling.
- Integrate Cyber Vision intelligence into profiling, segmentation, and access control workflows.
- Support Zero Trust efforts through identity-centric segmentation and policy integration across ACI and SDA fabrics.
- Design, implement, and administer Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls supporting statewide systems. Visibility, Analytics & Observability
- Deploy and manage ThousandEyes for end-to-end visibility, routing path analysis, and performance monitoring.
- Implement and support Cisco Cyber Vision for OT/IoT asset visibility, device classification, and behavior analysis.
- Manage DNA Spaces for location analytics, telemetry ingestion, device behavior, and wireless intelligence.
- Provide meaningful insights to leadership using data from these observability platforms. Core Network Engineering
- Troubleshoot complex L2/L3 network issues, including VLANs, OSPF, BGP, STP, and multicast.
- Create and maintain architecture diagrams, standards, runbooks, and asset inventories.
- Assist with modernization planning, platform upgrades, procurement processes, and statewide technology initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum of 15 years of experience working with Cisco networking.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco ACI in production environments.
- Deep knowledge of ACI constructs (VRF, BD, EPG, ESG, L3Out, contracts) and multi-tenant segmentation.
- Experience integrating ACI with OpenShift VMM and Cilium/Isovalent.
- Proficiency with Cisco Catalyst platforms and SDA campus fabric technologies.
- Experience administering Cisco ISE, including TACACS+ and policy-set based NAC.
- Strong understanding of ThousandEyes, Cyber Vision, and DNA Spaces, or comparable tools.
- Palo Alto firewall administration, including policy development and security profiles.
- Solid command of TCP/IP, L2/L3 routing and switching, QoS, and network security fundamentals.
- Ability to support high-availability, enterprise-scale infrastructure.
- Ability to develop clear diagrams, documentation, and architectural artifacts.
- Strong analytical and communication skills in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.

## Preferred Skills

- Hands-on experience with container networking and virtualization integrations.
- Familiarity with NIST frameworks and state-level cybersecurity requirements.
- Experience with network automation tools (Python, Ansible, REST APIs).
- Prior work in state government or large enterprise network environments. Recommended Certifications
- CCNA, CCNP Data Center, CCNP Enterprise, or CCIE
- Cisco Specialist – ACI, SDA, or ISE
- Palo Alto Networks: PCCSA, PCNSA, or PCNSE
- ThousandEyes, Cyber Vision, or related platform training

## About Strategic Growth Partners

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Strategic Growth Partners (SGP) is a full-lifecycle growth partner for government contractors, helping small businesses enter the federal marketplace, scale efficiently, and achieve exit through an integrated shared-services model.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held)
- **Headquarters**: Silicon Valley, California, United States (with presence in India)
- **Founded**: 2025 (following the merger of GovContractPros, Strategic Growth Advisors, Softek Global Services, and Digital Twin Capital)
- **Founders**: Not applicable (formed via merger); key leaders include John Cook (CEO), Rajesh Shah (Chairman), Himanshu Shah (COO), Jerrod Mallinger (Chief Strategy Officer), and Pami Shah (CFO)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Government contracting advisory, business development, back-office support, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and Tribal 8(a) program consulting.
- **Target customers**: Small businesses, Tribal 8(a) organizations, and other government contractors (B2B, primarily SMBs and mid-market).
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “SGP exists to make a difference by giving back. This purpose is woven into everything we do — delivering financial & economic opportunities for our tribal clients and their communities, empowering our trusted partners, and caring for the dedicated individuals that are the heart of SGP.”

## Products & Services
- **Business Development**: End-to-end support for winning federal contracts, including market entry strategies, capture management, and proposal support.
- **Back Office Support**: Fractional CFO, accounting, HR, payroll, and administrative services tailored to government contractors.
- **Mergers & Acquisitions**: Advisory for buying, selling, or merging GovCon businesses, including valuation, due diligence, and integration.
- **GovCon Xcelerator & Compliance**: Training, certification assistance (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB), and ongoing compliance management.
- **Tribal 8(a) Advantage**: Specialized ecosystem leveraging SBA Tribal 8(a) benefits to accelerate growth for tribes and their partner businesses.
- **Launch / Ignite / Transform / Fortify**: A suite of growth programs covering market entry, rapid scaling, long-term transformation, and operational strengthening.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue not publicly available; workforce of approximately 29 employees (LinkedIn, 2025)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly disclosed; works extensively with tribal nations and federal primes
- **Growth Signals**: Rebranded and unified four entities under one name in January 2025; 12 active job postings as of mid-2025; expanding presence in India; LinkedIn follower count of 3,240

## Competitive Advantages
- Deep specialization in the Tribal 8(a) program, a unique regulatory advantage for rapid growth.
- Full-lifecycle support from inception to exit, reducing the need for multiple vendors.
- Team combines decades of firsthand experience in federal agencies and private sector executive leadership.
- Fractional expert model provides small businesses with high-caliber talent without full-time cost.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue to expand the Tribal 8(a) ecosystem and forge mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Strengthen compliance and back-office services to reduce barriers for small government contractors.
- Grow through M&A advisory and strategic partnerships, targeting both new entrants and established firms.
- Scale the shared-services model to serve a broader range of socioeconomic small businesses.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture highlights**: Mission-driven, selfless leadership, integrity, and a commitment to uplifting tribal communities and partners. Emphasizes teamwork, creativity, and sustainable growth.
- **Remote/hybrid/office policy**: Not explicitly stated; headquarters in Silicon Valley, CA, with roles likely requiring some in-office presence. Many positions (e.g., Senior Accountant, Operations Manager) may be hybrid or remote-friendly.
- **Notable perks or engineering culture**: Not a traditional tech company; roles span finance, HR, operations, business development, and consulting. Offers the chance to work directly with federal agencies and tribal nations, providing meaningful impact. The careers page lists 12 open positions including Senior Accountant, Operations Manager, Controller, HR Business Partner, and Project Engineer.

## Sources
1. [strategicgrowthpartners.com](https://strategicgrowthpartners.com/)
2. [strategicgrowthpartners.com/about-us](https://strategicgrowthpartners.com/about-us/)
3. [LinkedIn – Strategic Growth Partners](https://www.linkedin.com/company/stratgrowthpartners)
4. [LinkedIn – SGP Recruiting](https://www.linkedin.com/company/sgp-recruiting)
5. [Ashby Careers – Strategic Growth Partners](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/strategic-growth-partners)

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