The Role
Provides onsite network and systems engineering for enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, and automation frameworks. Responsibilities include network architecture, Infrastructure-as-Code, configuration management, Linux administration, cloud workload management, CI/CD integration, monitoring, packet-level troubleshooting, and centralized log analysis. The role translates strategic architecture into standardized implementations, supports Agile teams, and maintains security and configuration standards across hybrid environments.
Summary Generated by Built In
REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
We are looking for a Network/Systems Engineer with hands-on experience supporting enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, and automation frameworks. The ideal candidate combines strong networking fundamentals with modern Infrastructure-as-Code, CI/CD, and Linux administration expertise to deliver resilient, scalable, and standardized technical solutions in an Agile environment.
Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
LOCATION: Full-time onsite in Chantilly, VA
We are looking for a Network/Systems Engineer with hands-on experience supporting enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, and automation frameworks. The ideal candidate combines strong networking fundamentals with modern Infrastructure-as-Code, CI/CD, and Linux administration expertise to deliver resilient, scalable, and standardized technical solutions in an Agile environment.
Who We Are:
We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.
Key Responsibilities
In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
- 4+ years’ experience in network engineering, systems engineering, or infrastructure operations, with a strong emphasis on enterprise networking concepts (routing, switching, subnets, firewalls, and segmentation)
- Developing automation and configuration management solutions using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Python.
- Deploying, managing, and maintaining workloads across cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and Linux operating systems.
- Supporting and integrating CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure monitoring tools.
- Performing deep-dive troubleshooting across complex, multi-tiered systems using network packet captures (e.g., Wireshark, tcpdump) and centralized log analysis.
- Ability to interpret high-level, strategic architectural designs and translate them into standardized, production-ready technical implementations with minimal day-to-day oversight.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional Agile teams while enforcing architectural standards, configuration consistency, and documentation baselines.
Highly Desired Qualifications
Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
- Container orchestration and microservices architecture (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of Zero-Trust Architecture (ZTA) and defensive cyber operations principles.
- Ability to identify and remediate configuration drift across hybrid cloud and on-premises footprints.
- Industry certifications such as:
- CCNA/CCNP
- AWS Solutions Architect
- AWS SysOps Administrator
- Red Hat Systems Administrator
- HashiCorp Terraform Associate
What We Offer You
SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.
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About
At Ardent Principles, we're more than just a technology company - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our mission is to empower organizations with transformative IT solutions and program management services, while our values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork guide everything we do. We foster a culture of open communication, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions truly make a difference.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
- 4+ years of experience in network engineering, systems engineering, or infrastructure operations
- Enterprise networking experience with routing, switching, subnets, firewalls, and segmentation
- Experience developing automation and configuration management solutions using Terraform, Ansible, or Python
- Experience deploying and managing workloads across cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
- Linux administration experience
- Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure monitoring
- Experience troubleshooting complex multi-tiered systems using packet captures and centralized log analysis
- Ability to translate strategic architectural designs into production-ready technical implementations
- Ability to collaborate in cross-functional Agile teams and enforce architectural and documentation standards
- Experience with container orchestration and microservices architecture, including Docker or Kubernetes
- Knowledge of Zero-Trust Architecture and defensive cyber operations
- Experience identifying and remediating configuration drift across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments
- CCNA or CCNP certification
- AWS Solutions Architect certification
- AWS SysOps Administrator certification
- Red Hat Systems Administrator certification
- HashiCorp Terraform Associate certification
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The Company
What We Do
Ardent Principles, Inc. is a people-focused IT and management consulting firm for commercial and government clients, specializing in IT services and program management, and offering advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and staff augmentation.
