We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer IV to provide advanced network engineering support for a variety of programs. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to design, evaluate, and enhance network components while ensuring seamless integration and implementation. This is a long-term contract position based in Houston, Texas.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and evaluate network components to ensure optimal performance and reliability.<br>• Recommend and implement new technologies to enhance existing network capabilities.<br>• Provide comprehensive engineering support throughout the system lifecycle, including analysis, development, integration, and testing.<br>• Address complex network issues by analyzing data and developing innovative solutions.<br>• Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders to align network strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Establish operational workflows and best practices to maintain network efficiency.<br>• Supervise and guide team members on technical assignments and procedures.<br>• Develop and update policies related to network engineering and operations.<br>• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and organizational requirements.<br>• Act independently to determine methods and approaches for new projects and network enhancements.
<p>This role is a Network Infrastructure Technician supporting a large‑scale office and data center relocation across both the GAO Headquarters and the FTC Headquarters in Washington, DC. The position works onsite to move, rack, install, cable, and validate network hardware while assisting network engineers during migration and cutover activities. The focus is on physical networking (Layer 1 & basic Layer 2) and ensuring network connectivity is restored accurately after the move. Requires eligibility for a Public Trust clearance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Move, stage, and handle network equipment (switches, routers, firewalls, racks).</p><p>· Rack and mount hardware according to standards.</p><p>· Install and remove copper and fiber cabling.</p><p>· Perform cable dressing, labeling, and patch panel work.</p><p>· Conduct basic Layer 1 & Layer 2 validation (link lights, port status, VLAN checks).</p><p>· Support network engineers during cutover and migration events.</p><p>· Maintain clean, organized network closets and racks.</p>
<p><strong>Tier 2 Deskside / Systems Technician</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>Onsite – Rockville, MD <strong>or</strong> Bluemont, VA</p><p>(Some travel required between sites)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a qualified, customer‑focused Tier 2 Deskside / Systems Technician to provide 24x7x365 operational IT support in a secure, enterprise environment. This role supports end users through on‑site deskside assistance, system administration tasks, and coordination with senior technical teams. The ideal candidate thrives in fast‑paced environments, communicates effectively with end users, and demonstrates strong troubleshooting and organizational skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Onsite / Limited Remote Support</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for on‑site deskside support, including break/fix and operational activities for desktop and laptop systems</li><li>Deploy, configure, and support Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices in a non‑disruptive manner</li><li>Provide Tier 2 support and partner with Tier 3 teams for escalations, changes, and upgrades</li><li>Support IT operations during practice, mock, and live continuity (DR/COOP) exercises</li><li>Communicate clearly with end users and project stakeholders, providing timely status updates</li><li>Perform configuration and deployment of laptops, desktops, thin clients, and mobile devices</li><li>Assist with procurement, deployment, tracking, and disposal of hardware and software assets</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation and update records in the ITSM system</li></ul><p> <strong>Systems & Operations Support</strong></p><ul><li>Support a high‑availability enterprise environment, following best practices for redundancy and virtualization</li><li>Perform routine system maintenance including software updates, backups, and recovery tasks</li><li>Review systems regularly for critical patches, security updates, and readiness for exercises or threat events</li><li>Provide on‑call after‑hours support when required for production system issues</li><li>Document all work in ServiceNow, meeting time‑to‑resolution and documentation standards</li><li>Escalate unresolved issues appropriately and collaborate with leadership when solutions are unclear</li><li>Act as on‑site technical “hands” for remote network or systems support activities</li></ul>
<p><strong>Job Title: Azure Administrator – Security & Identity Focus</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> On-site</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-time</p><p><strong>Department:</strong> IT</p><p> </p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>We are seeking a skilled <strong>Azure Administrator</strong> with strong experience in <strong>Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender</strong> to support, secure, and maintain our Microsoft cloud environment.</p><p>This role is responsible for <strong>identity management, endpoint management, security monitoring, and threat protection</strong> across Azure and Microsoft 365. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience implementing <strong>Zero Trust principles</strong>, enforcing security baselines, and supporting compliance-driven environments.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Azure & Identity Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and maintain <strong>Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)</strong> including:</li><li>User and group management</li><li>Conditional Access policies</li><li>MFA enforcement</li><li>Privileged Identity Management (PIM)</li><li>Identity lifecycle governance</li><li>Support hybrid identity environments (Azure AD Connect / Cloud Sync)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Endpoint Management (Intune)</strong></p><ul><li>Configure and manage <strong>Microsoft Intune</strong> for Windows, macOS, and mobile devices</li><li>Create and maintain:</li><li>Device compliance policies</li><li>Configuration profiles</li><li>Application deployment policies</li><li>Integrate Intune with Conditional Access and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint</li><li>Monitor device compliance and remediate non-compliant endpoints</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Security Operations & Monitoring</strong></p><ul><li>Configure, maintain, and monitor <strong>Microsoft Sentinel</strong></li><li>Log ingestion and data connectors</li><li>Analytics rules and alerts</li><li>Incident triage and response</li><li>KQL queries and workbooks</li><li>Administer <strong>Microsoft Defender</strong> solutions including:</li><li>Defender for Endpoint</li><li>Defender for Identity</li><li>Defender for Cloud Apps</li><li>Defender for Office 365</li><li>Assist with threat detection, investigation, and response activities</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Security & Compliance Support</strong></p><ul><li>Implement and maintain security controls aligned with best practices (Zero Trust, least privilege)</li><li>Support audit and compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, CMMC, internal audits)</li><li>Maintain documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures</li><li>Participate in security assessments, vulnerability remediation, and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking a Mid-Level Cyber Security Engineer to provide expert cyber domain guidance across compliance, vulnerability assessment, cyber defense, and incident response activities. This position supports a highly technical environment requiring hands‑on security engineering, risk assessment, and continuous monitoring across systems with varying classification levels. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead or guide other technical staff in cyber‑related initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is 100% onsite in Washington, DC and requires the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Cyber Security Engineering & Analysis</p><ul><li>Conduct and review complex cybersecurity assessments</li><li>Identify system vulnerabilities and areas of non‑compliance with cybersecurity standards</li><li>Recommend mitigation strategies and risk‑reduction approaches</li><li>Perform research, evaluation, and development in advanced cybersecurity areas</li></ul><p>Security Operations & Monitoring</p><ul><li>Perform and maintain vulnerability scans, generating clear reports for leadership</li><li>Track and report Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) compliance</li><li>Support incident response teams with domain-specific expertise</li><li>Maintain a library of security audit tools and related testing processes</li></ul><p>Risk Management & Compliance</p><ul><li>Review and update Authorization to Operate (ATO) documentation</li><li>Manage and report Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) compliance</li><li>Review Certification & Accreditation (C&A) documentation for compliance and completeness</li><li>Ensure systems adhere to agency standards, regulatory frameworks, and RMF requirements</li></ul><p>Technical Leadership & Collaboration</p><ul><li>Provide cybersecurity guidance to penetration testers, analysts, incident handlers, and support teams</li><li>Lead or support integration of cyber requirements into IT and communication systems</li><li>Assist with managing networks and systems across multiple classification environments</li><li>Coordinate with cross‑functional engineering teams and mentor technical staff</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to provide hands‑on cyber expertise across compliance, vulnerability management, incident response, and secure systems engineering. The role supports complex networks and systems (including multi‑classification environments), integrates cybersecurity into IT/communications platforms, and guides cross‑functional technical teams. This position is 100% onsite in Washington, DC and requires eligibility for a Public Trust.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Cyber Engineering & Analysis</p><ul><li>Conduct and review technical cybersecurity assessments.</li><li>Identify vulnerabilities and non‑compliance with cybersecurity standards; recommend mitigations.</li><li>Perform research, design evaluation, technical development, and system integration planning.</li></ul><p>Security Operations & Monitoring</p><ul><li>Perform and maintain vulnerability scans; produce clear reports and metrics.</li><li>Track and report IAVM (Information Assurance Vulnerability Management) compliance.</li><li>Maintain a curated library of security audit tools and procedures for testing, internal audits, incident response, and diagnosis.</li></ul><p>Risk Management & Authorization</p><ul><li>Maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) records and supporting artifacts.</li><li>Manage and report POA&M (Plan of Action & Milestones) compliance.</li><li>Review C&A (Certification & Accreditation) documentation for completeness and compliance.</li></ul><p>Architecture, Integration & Leadership</p><ul><li>Integrate cybersecurity requirements with IT and communications systems.</li><li>Guide/coordinate activities of penetration testers, incident handlers, cyber analysts, and product support teams.</li><li>Lead or contribute to complex cyber, engineering, and architecture tasks; mentor technical staff as needed.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a Cloud Engineer to support the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure across our environments. This role focuses on building reliable, secure, and scalable cloud solutions while assisting development and IT teams with day‑to‑day cloud operations.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deploy, configure, and manage cloud resources in AWS/Azure/GCP.</li><li>Maintain CI/CD pipelines and automate infrastructure tasks using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar.</li><li>Monitor system performance, reliability, cost, and security posture across cloud workloads.</li><li>Support containerized applications (Docker/Kubernetes) and troubleshoot environment issues.</li><li>Implement cloud security best practices, including IAM, logging, patching, and network controls.</li><li>Assist with incident response, cloud migrations, and environment optimization.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to support application deployments and cloud operations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Cloud Engineer to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing and securing our cloud infrastructure, focusing on Microsoft Azure and related technologies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of identity and access management, endpoint security, and cloud monitoring tools to ensure the safety and compliance of our systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and administer Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including user and group management, conditional access policies, and privileged identity governance.<br>• Configure and oversee Microsoft Intune for device compliance, configuration profiles, and application deployment across various platforms.<br>• Monitor and respond to security incidents using tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender solutions.<br>• Implement and maintain Zero Trust security principles, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance standards.<br>• Support hybrid identity environments, including Azure AD Connect and Cloud Sync, ensuring seamless integration.<br>• Develop and maintain documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures for security and cloud operations.<br>• Conduct security assessments, remediate vulnerabilities, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.<br>• Collaborate with audit teams to support compliance requirements and maintain security controls.<br>• Provide operational troubleshooting and support for endpoint management and cloud security solutions.
<p>Job Title: Software Engineer (Microsoft Stack / .NET)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Washington, DC </p><p><strong>Company:</strong> Robert Half </p><p><strong>Tech Focus:</strong> .NET 10/11, Azure, Blazor, and AI-Integration</p><p><br></p><p>Role Overview</p><p>You will be responsible for designing and developing the next generation of enterprise applications that power the District’s most critical industries. In 2026, our "Microsoft Stack" isn't just about the backend; it's a full-stack journey using <strong>Blazor</strong> for interactive UIs, <strong>.NET Aspire</strong> for cloud-ready distribution, and <strong>Azure OpenAI</strong> to build intelligent features directly into the business workflow.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>