Job Title: Network Engineer III (Federal Contract)
Location: Orlando, FL (On-site at VA Medical Center)
Pay: $50.00/hour + $4.93/hour Health & Welfare + Full Benefits
Employment Type: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | Occasional Weekends
Clearance Required: Ability to obtain Tier II Public Trust
About the Role
Leading Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer III to support the Department of Veterans Affairs at the Orlando VA Medical Center. This position plays a vital role in maintaining and expanding a secure, air-gapped Industrial Control Network (ICN) across multiple VA sites in Central Florida.
You’ll be part of a mission-driven team ensuring the reliability and security of infrastructure that supports veteran care. If you’re a Cisco-savvy professional with experience in complex enterprise networks and a passion for supporting government healthcare operations—we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Design, configure, and maintain wired and wireless LAN environments
- Support secure interconnectivity across multiple VA campuses
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues involving IP telephony, CCTV, and access control systems
- Maintain and document telecommunication room configurations and ICN components
- Lead network projects, migrations, and hardware installations
- Ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 3 and VA IT policies
- Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and federal staff to support infrastructure growth
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship
- Ability to pass a Tier II (Public Trust) background investigation
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering
- Proven experience with:
- Cisco 6500/6509, Catalyst 3000/4000 series switches
- VLANs, EtherChannel, IP routing, DNS, VPN
- Wireless LAN Controllers and Access Points
- Experience supporting complex, multi-site enterprise networks
- Strong documentation and communication skills
Certifications
- Required: ISC2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Preferred: Cisco CCNP, CCIE, or related certifications
Schedule
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (1-hour lunch)
- Occasional weekend/holiday work with advance notice
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $50.00/hour
- Health & Welfare: $4.93/hour (applied toward health insurance and/or fringe benefits)
- Total Compensation Package Includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Federal Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Life Insurance & Disability
- Training & Certification Reimbursement Opportunities
Worksite Locations
Primary:
- Orlando VA Medical Center – Lake Nona Campus
Affiliate Sites (as needed): - Lake Baldwin, Clermont, Daytona Beach, Kissimmee, Tavares, Deltona, Viera, Palm Bay, and others
Join our team and help support the mission of caring for America’s Veterans.
Apply now to take the next step in your network engineering career.