---
title: 'Senior Network Engineer at ClearEdge'
canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-network-engineer-clearedge-washington-6cv6pn62w844'
type: 'job'
last_seen: '2026-09-07'
---

# Senior Network Engineer at ClearEdge

- **Company:** ClearEdge
- **Location:** Washington, DC
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2024-08-14
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/clearedge/53ff10db-0174-4c42-abe0-201212c90603

## Job description

Join ClearPoint and become part of a team focused on delivering secure environments that support mission-critical work for government and defense organizations. ClearPoint specializes in designing, building, and managing secure facilities and controlled environments that enable partners across the Defense Industrial Base to operate in highly regulated settings.

As part of the ClearSpectrum LLC family of companies, ClearPoint combines enterprise resources with small-business agility to deliver secure infrastructure solutions. Our team supports the development of secure collaboration spaces, classified environments, and mission-enabling facilities that help customers execute critical national security missions.

You will excel in this role if you are:

- A collaborative engineer who thrives as part of an integrated technical team
- Self-motivated with a desire to build and expand your technical expertise
- Familiar with Agile frameworks and methodologies
- A forward thinker who enjoys learning new technologies and driving network innovation
- Experienced with Cisco, Dell, and Juniper networking products
- Skilled in network design, routing, switching, and optimization
- Knowledgeable about network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems

A day in the life consists of:

- Designing, configuring, and maintaining complex network infrastructure across multiple mission areas
- Implementing and managing secure communication paths in compliance with customer and industry standards
- Monitoring network performance, analyzing traffic patterns, and resolving connectivity issues
- Supporting the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT and network systems
- Managing network operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability
- Leading troubleshooting efforts and providing technical mentorship to junior engineers and support staff
- Conducting network capacity planning and optimization
- Developing and maintaining documentation for network configurations, processes, and procedures
- Implementing upgrades and enhancements to improve reliability, scalability, and performance

Must Haves:

- Active or current TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
- PhD + 10 years of experience, or
- Master’s + 12 years of experience, or
- Bachelor’s + 14 years of experience, or
- Associate’s + 16 years of experience, or
- High School/GED + 18 years of experience
- IAT Level II certification
- Strong experience with Cisco, Dell, and Juniper products
- Expertise in network protocols, routing, and switching technologies (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, etc.)
- Proficiency in network security tools and practices (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN)
- Strong VMware skills are highly desirable
- Working knowledge of hardware and desktop support, including Thin Client networking and administration

## Nice to have

- System Administration or Infrastructure Engineering experience
- Industry certifications at IAT Level III

ClearPoint is committed to delivering secure, compliant environments that enable our partners to operate effectively in mission-critical settings. We value a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence while empowering our employees with opportunities to grow and contribute to meaningful work.

Our Core Values—Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability—guide how we operate and how we support our customers and partners. If this position is not the right fit, we encourage you to explore additional opportunities across the ClearSpectrum family of companies or reach out to our recruiting team at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearPoint is an equal opportunity employer.

## About ClearEdge

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A mission-driven technology thought leader providing software engineering, big data, cloud, data analytics, and data science solutions primarily to the Intelligence Community and government clients.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Woman-Owned Small Business)
- **Headquarters**: Jessup, Maryland, United States (with an office in Annapolis Junction)
- **Founded**: August 23, 2002
- **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed; Christine Puglisi is listed as Owner

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Information Technology & Services; National Security / Intelligence; Government Contracting
- **Target customers**: U.S. government agencies (especially the Intelligence Community), defense contractors, and industry partners (B2G)
- **Mission statement**: "Empower customers in government and industry with innovative data driven solutions."

## Products & Services
ClearEdge delivers technical solutions and services across several domains:
- **[Software Engineering](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: Full-stack development using Java, JavaEE, RESTful web services, and agile/DevOps practices.
- **[Big Data & Cloud](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: Solutions built on Hadoop, Map Reduce, Accumulo, NiFi, and cloud platforms.
- **[Data Analytics & Data Science](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: Machine learning, data flow engineering, and analytic visualization.
- **[High Performance Computing & Cyber](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: HPC support and cybersecurity engineering.
- **[DevOps Support](https://www.clearedgeit.com/)**: CI/CD pipeline implementation and operational support.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue estimated at **$45.2M**; total funding not applicable (bootstrapped/private)
- **Headcount**: Reports vary – **53 employees** ([LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/clearedge-it-solutions-llc)) or **75 US employees** ([Top Workplaces](https://topworkplaces.com/company/clearedge-it-solutions/)) – yearly growth of **+14.1%**
- **Notable Partners/Clients**: Primarily serves U.S. Intelligence Community and government agencies; has held federal contracts since 2002 (CAGE 3CF84, UEI HJTXHCM6N4B3)
- **Growth Signals**: 33 active job postings as of late 2025; quarterly job postings up 6.5% year-over-year; LinkedIn followers up 18.6% annually

## Competitive Advantages
- **Cleared Workforce**: Many positions require a DoD security clearance, creating a barrier to entry for competitors.
- **Employee-First Culture**: 100% employer-paid health/dental/vision, 10% 401k contribution, $10k annual education benefit, and a $500/year personal tech budget.
- **Small Business Agility**: As a privately held woman-owned small business, ClearEdge can adapt quickly and offer employees direct impact on mission-critical projects.
- **Deep IC Domain Expertise**: Over two decades of experience supporting intelligence community customers with specialized technical talent.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue attracting and retaining top-tier engineers with the required clearances.
- Invest in continuous learning and certifications (up to $10k/year per employee).
- Expand capabilities in data science, machine learning, and cloud engineering to meet evolving government needs.
- Maintain a strong culture of work-life balance and community involvement (family events, STEM days, etc.).

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: Honesty, integrity, loyalty, fairness, respect, responsibility, and accountability are core tenets. An employee-first leadership style with a "family" atmosphere.
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Roles are primarily located in the Baltimore/Washington Metro area; many require on-site work due to security clearance needs. Some flexibility may exist.
- **Perks & Benefits** (from [ClearEdge Careers](https://www.clearedgeit.com/careers/)):
  - 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (Cigna)
  - 100% employer-paid short/long-term disability and life insurance
  - 10% 401k contribution (3% safe harbor + 7% discretionary, immediate vesting)
  - Up to 25 days PTO + all federal holidays
  - $10,000 annual education reimbursement (courses, certifications, conferences)
  - $500/year personal tech budget
  - Student loan assistance through Gradifi
  - Career service bonuses ($3k at 3 years, $5k at 5, $10k at 10, $15k at 15)
  - Fun office amenities (pool table, shuffleboard, outdoor grill patio)
- **Engineering Culture**: Emphasis on continuous learning, in-house training (Agile, Hadoop, Spark, ML), bi-monthly technical deep dives, and exposure to diverse mission contracts.

## Sources
1. [ClearEdge Careers Page](https://www.clearedgeit.com/careers/)
2. [LinkedIn Company Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/clearedge-it-solutions-llc)
3. [Top Workplaces Profile](https://topworkplaces.com/company/clearedge-it-solutions/)
4. [HigherGov Federal Awardee Record](https://www.highergov.com/awardee/clearedge-it-solutions-llc-12810676/)
5. [ClearEdge Careers 2 – Benefits Summary](https://www.clearedgeit.com/careers/careers-2/)

## Other roles at ClearEdge

- [Software Engineer I](https://feeny.ai/job/software-engineer-i-clearedge-annapolis-junction-65sd6pfnn3zr) — Annapolis Junction, MD
- [Information System Security Engineer III](https://feeny.ai/job/information-system-security-engineer-iii-clearedge-jessup-setavhbdmnms) — Jessup, MD
- [Software Engineer II](https://feeny.ai/job/software-engineer-ii-clearedge-jessup-w0hebaqgmah4) — Jessup, MD
- [DevOps Engineer II](https://feeny.ai/job/devops-engineer-ii-clearedge-jessup-w4dpyhfh9k64) — Jessup, MD
- [Senior Software Engineer](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-software-engineer-clearedge-annapolis-junction-md-and-reston-kh06f7qcn3tj) — Annapolis Junction MD and Reston, VA
- [Property Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/property-manager-clearedge-centreville-xzdc261tq4py) — Centreville, MD
- [Secure Building Engineer (Electrical)](https://feeny.ai/job/secure-building-engineer-electrical-clearedge-jessup-2b3nzh2x13ry) — Jessup, MD
- [Senior Software Engineer](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-software-engineer-clearedge-annapolis-junction-kmqcbmvs6stp) — Annapolis Junction, MD
- [Information Systems Security Officer](https://feeny.ai/job/information-systems-security-officer-clearedge-jessup-p0tds05bfn2j) — Jessup, MD
- [Principal Software Engineer](https://feeny.ai/job/principal-software-engineer-clearedge-annapolis-junction-hc1ftf4ymmsx) — Annapolis Junction, MD