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Network Engineer (Government)

Columbia, Maryland

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This is a full-time onsite role based in the location(s) posted and is performed from the designated work location five days per week (Suitland, MD). No relocation is offered.  


AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government.   We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.



AT&T has an opening fora Network Engineer to support operations by maintaining, documenting, and administering enterprise IT systems.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Provide system/server and network administration support
  • Provide O&M support to existing server-based solutions including, but not limited to, CITRIX, ESRI, McAfee, Microsoft Red Hat, and SolarWinds.
  • Ensure the CDS-based and enterprise-wide networking devices and components are tested, implemented and maintained within optimal and required configurations to continue to provide the most secure operating environment possible.
  • Responsible for variety of engineering and operational related assignments associated with deployed operational solutions backed by Cisco and SolarWinds on multi-level IT system in support of the Activities Information System.
  • Provide O&M support - testing, validation, sustainment, upgrading and decommissioning as it relates to networking devices to include Switches, routers, firewalls, encryption devices, copper and fiber-based connectivity.

Clearance Requirements:

Active TS/SCI with poly (#tssci) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
  • 8 years of relevant experience.

Desired Qualifications

  • Network+ or relevant certification


Our Network Engineer's earn between $98,100 - $221,000. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training. 

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T wireline phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Columbia, Maryland

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here.

Job ID R-124758 Date posted 10/06/2026
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