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Lorton, VAJob$100–110K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
Suvi, an Akima Company, seeks a Network Systems Engineer to support a mission-oriented law enforcement organization in the National Capital Region. The engineer will deliver scientific and engineering capabilities to operational users and help identify opportunities to maximize value from investigative technologies. The role includes designing, securing, and optimizing network environments and implementing Microsoft Active Directory.
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Full job description
Suvi, an Akima Company, is looking for a Network Systems Engineer to support a mission-oriented, Law Enforcement organization in National Capital Region. This individual will serve as a part of a team delivering scientific and engineering capabilities to organizations and operational users. The responsibilities also include leading or supporting key initiatives to assist the client and/or Suvi to identify opportunities and maximize value gained from new investigative technologies.
Suvi is seeking individuals who have passion for their craft with an enduring spirit to create meaningful value in their work and to better serve the customer’s mission. An ideal candidate would possess a combination of education, experience, and demonstrated work ethic & drive.
To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Responsibilities
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Establishes networking environment by designing system configuration; directing system installation; defining, documenting, and enforcing system standards.
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Maximizes network performance by monitoring performance; troubleshooting network problems and outages; scheduling upgrades; collaborating with network architects on network optimization.
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Secures network system by establishing and enforcing policies; defining and monitoring access. Accomplishes information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
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Implement and manage Microsoft Active Directory as it applies to projects.
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Reporting network operational status by gathering, prioritizing information; managing projects.
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Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
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Accomplish information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
Qualifications
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U.S. citizenship required.
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Ability to obtain Public Trust / pass DEA agency-specific background check
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A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in technical field.
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General experience in Project Management, Problem Solving, LAN Knowledge, Proxy Servers, Networking Knowledge, Network Design and Implementation, Network Troubleshooting, Network Hardware Configuration, Network Performance Tuning.
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Proficiency with Windows Server, Active Directory, and network protocols (DNS, DHCP, TCP, UDP, SSH, FTP).
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Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Any clearance requirements for this position are established by the government contract.
Job ID
2026-27791
Work Type
On-Site
Pay Range
$100,000 - $110,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Suvi, an Akima company, is not just another federal mission services contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Suvi, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders , Suvi provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers , Suvi delivers subject matter experts, an agile management approach, and innovative technologies that accomplish customers’ missions safely, securely, and efficiently.
As a Suvi employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
How this job compares
Set against the 4,063 open Network Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$100–110K/yr
- Virginia median$116–186K/yr336 salary ranges
- US median$111–187K/yr3,300 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $105K, is 30% below the Virginia median midpoint ($150K) — in the lowest quarter of Network Engineer salary ranges in Virginia.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 412 open Network Engineer jobs in Virginia and 4,063 across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
- Amazon33 open
- Leidos23 open
- General Dynamics Information Technology22 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience — less than three in four Network Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 3,477 postings).
- Education
- 1,093 of the 4,063 open Network Engineer jobs (27%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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