Network Engineer Jobs in Columbia, MD

A Network Engineer in the technology industry is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks within an organization. This may range from setting up small connections (LANs) to vast networks (WANs), intranets, or extranets. They play an essential role in developing and maintaining the infrastructure that allows for internal communication and external digital operations. Network Engineers provide technical support, fix network faults, and optimize network performance and security.

Key skills for a Network Engineer include problem-solving, analytical skills, thorough understanding of network protocols, knowledge of security algorithms, and mastery of hardware like switches, routers, and bridges. They should also be familiar with network analysis tools and operating systems. Various certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), and CompTIA Network+ can enhance their credibility. Prior to becoming a Network Engineer, individuals might have roles such as Network Technician, IT Support Specialist, or Network Analyst.

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Network Administrator

  • West McLean, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 hours ago
  • West McLean, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 hours ago

Leidos is looking for a Network Engineer to be part of a team responsible for the design, migration, implementation, enhancement, optimization and maintenance of LAN/WAN/Video/Voice/desktop infrastructure...

Network Architect

  • West McLean, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 hours ago
  • West McLean, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 hours ago

Leidos is looking for a Network Engineer to be part of a team responsible for the design, migration, implementation, enhancement, optimization and maintenance of LAN/WAN/Video/Voice/desktop infrastructure...

Cyber Network Engineer--C2C

  • Burtonsville, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burtonsville, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Leidos is seeking qualified Cyber Network Engineer -C2C candidates to join our Defense Enclave Services team who will support an extensive digital modernization program critical to DISA and Fourth Estate...

Senior Network Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph

  • Elkridge, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elkridge, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

May administer network security measures to include firewall administration/management....

Network Administrator Senior Advisor - Network Monitoring

  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago

and operations support, operating systems programming, system security policy procedures, and/or web strategy and operations....

Chief Network Design Engineer

  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Description Leidos is seeking a Chief Network Design Engineer to join our Defense Enclave Services (DES) team at Ft. Meade, MD. POSITION SUMMARY: This is an exciting opportunity to use your...

Principal Network Engineer

  • Severn, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Severn, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Experience designing, deploying, and operating software defined networking solutions Expert understanding of networking in the areas of LAN, WAN, TCP/UDP, IPSec, VPN, proxies, routing (L2/L3), firewalls...

Computer Network Architect

  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Leidos is seeking qualified Cyber Network Engineer -C2C candidates to join our Defense Enclave Services team who will support an extensive digital modernization program critical to DISA and Fourth Estate...

Network Administrator Sr. Advisor - Secure Communications Services

  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

and operations support, operating systems programming, system security policy procedures, and/or web strategy and operations....

Sr Advisor Network Engineer - Top Secret/SCI

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Network Engineer will make an impact: Designs, plans, and builds communications networks....

F5 Network Engineer - Top Secret clearance

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Collaborate with the Security team to identify and remediate application and operating system vulnerabilities....

Cyber Range Network Engineer

  • Laurel, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Laurel, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, application behaviors, and network traffic analysis....

Network Engineer Advisor

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

How the Network Engineer Advisor will make an impact: Designs, plans and builds communications networks....

Job Description Network Engineer Senior TS/SCI required

  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Engineer Senior TS/SCI required Transform technology into opportunity as a Network Engineer Senior with GDIT....

Principal Network Engineer

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

How the Principal Network Engineer will make an impact: Designs, plans and builds communications networks....

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

Moving to Columbia, MD? Find some basic demographic data about Columbia, MD below.


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Salary for Network Engineer Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Highest Education Level

Network Engineers in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.3%
Master's Degree
21.2%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.8%
High School or GED
5.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Network Engineers in Columbia, MD
2-4 years
45.4%
4-6 years
27.3%
10+ years
9.1%
6-8 years
9.1%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
None
4.6%



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