Network Engineer
Columbia, MD
National Security – Enterprise Infrastructure /
Full-Time Employee /
On-site
At INflow Federal, we’re not just building infrastructure—we’re shaping the future of national defense. We design and engineer secure, intelligent systems that empower mission success through the seamless integration of human insight and machine capability. With deep roots in Department of Defense (DoD) networks and a commitment to operational excellence, we deliver infrastructure that fuels advanced analytics, AI/ML, and data-driven decision-making at scale. Every project is an opportunity to tackle complexity head-on and build solutions that make a real-world impact. Join INflow and help lead the charge toward a smarter, more connected defense landscape.
About This Position:
We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join our team in Columbia, MD! In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and optimizing high-speed, scalable network topologies. You’ll collaborate with system engineers, customers, and cross-organizational teams to ensure efficient, secure, and reliable dataflow across complex networks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate the design and implementation of high-speed, scalable, and fault-tolerant WAN and LAN network topologies.
- Optimize network latency and data throughput to enhance system performance.
- Validate new and existing dataflow and data formats to support mission requirements.
- Lead large-scale efforts involving dynamic requirements, working closely with cross-functional teams.
- Coordinate with dataflow organizations, end customers, and stakeholders to mitigate potential impacts on system-wide dataflow.
- Perform security testing and design evaluations to ensure compliance with government standards.
- Configure interconnects between data centers, networks, and security boundaries following government standards.
- Draft technical requirements, configuration management, and documentation for network planning.
- Design, configure, deploy, and maintain network devices and technologies including VPN, VRF, VSS, BGP, OSPF, and VLAN.
- Optimize system performance related to capacity, margins, data quality, and dataflow management.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 12+ years of experience in network engineering roles involving programs of similar scope, type, and complexity.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required. (Four additional years of network engineering experience may be substituted for a degree.)
- IAT Level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M.
- IAT Level III certification within 12 months of hire.
- CCIE or equivalent certification (or higher) required.
Certifications:
Clearance Requirements
- TS/SCI with full polygraph
About INflow Federal
Founded in 2013, INflow Federal is a mission-driven small business delivering cutting-edge solutions in Network Modernization, Cybersecurity, and Data Modernization to support Joint Force operations across 20+ states. We’re proud to serve customers like the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and other federal agencies.
Our strength comes from our people—especially the Veterans who make up over 50% of our workforce. Through our Veteran Outreach Program and employee-first culture, we invest deeply in professional growth, well-being, and innovation.
Known for our agility, transparency, and integrity, INflow combines real-world experience with emerging technologies like AI/ML to help our customers lead in a rapidly evolving defense landscape. We empower both our employees and mission partners to stay ahead—driving smarter, faster, and more secure outcomes.
Citizenship Requirements
INflow Federal is a defense contractor. Due to legal requirements, candidates must be US Citizens to be considered for employment.
Other Notes
- Some travel may be required: Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. This is subject to change at the direction of the customer.
Other:
- Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must have willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description as required by INflow and our customer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Diversity and Inclusion
INflow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Job applicants and employees are evaluated solely on job-related qualifications and experience.
