Network Engineer (Palo Alto) - U.S. Citizenship Required

Company: CGI
Location: Fairfax
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

U.S. - CGI Federal roles - Keeping Americans safe By playing this video you consent to Google/YouTube processing your data and using cookies – Learn more . Position Description: Ready to take your network engineering skills to the next level? Join CGI, one of the world’s top 5 IT and business consulting firms, and help secure critical infrastructure for the DHS CDM DEFEND program. Your work will directly protect national systems and millions of Americans—all while advancing your career in a global organization of 90,000 professionals. At CGI, we offer more than a job: • Career growth & training opportunities • Employee ownership through our shareholder program • Competitive salary & comprehensive benefits • Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid schedule This position is located in one of CGI Federal's offices in Fairfax, VA or Lafayette, LA; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. You will be required to work in a CGI Federal office two days per week. Your future duties and responsibilities: As a Network Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for designing and securing enterprise networks and AWS cloud environments. You’ll tackle complex challenges and deliver solutions that keep our clients secure and operational. Your key responsibilities include: • Protect critical DHS infrastructure by managing Palo Alto firewalls, updating policies, and mitigating threats. • Ensure secure connectivity through Site-to-Site IPSec VPNs for seamless inter-site communication. • Optimize performance by monitoring, troubleshooting, and fine-tuning network operations using industry-standard tools. • Collaborate across teams to integrate network solutions, enhance scalability, and maintain high availability. • Document with precision—maintain clear, detailed records of configurations, topologies, and SOPs. • Manage IPAM and DNS while optimizing F5 load-balancing solutions. • Work across platforms with familiarity in Microsoft and Linux technologies. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: • U.S. Citizenship (due to federal contract requirements) • Ability to obtain and maintain DHS EOD clearance • 5–8 years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering and support • Expertise with Palo Alto firewalls, Site-to-Site VPNs, and LAN/WAN architectures • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network security principles • Proven experience troubleshooting network traffic flow in AWS environments Desired qualifications: • Experience with automation tools and scripting (e.g., Ansible) • Knowledge of F5 load balancers and advanced traffic optimization • Background in designing and implementing network security measures (IDS/IPS) • Awareness of emerging technologies and cybersecurity trends CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $100,800.00 - $245,500.00. CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: • Competitive compensation • Comprehensive insurance options • Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan • Paid time off for vacation, holidays and sick time • Paid parental leave • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance • Wellness and well-being programs CGIFederalJob LI-JK6 DHSCareers Skills: DNS / DHCP English Network Engineering VPN (Virtual Private Network) What you can expect from us: Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned. We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

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