Network Engineer

Job Summary

An organization is seeking a Network Engineer (Journeyman) to support advanced research, development, testing, and evaluation environments. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and reliable network infrastructures for complex simulation and defense systems.

What You Can Expect to Do:

• Design, implement, and support network infrastructure across multiple environments
• Ensure stability and integrity of simulation network systems
• Design and deploy networks including LAN, WLAN, and WAN
• Configure and install networking hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls
• Perform system upgrades, patches, and security configurations
• Monitor network performance, availability, and reliability
• Troubleshoot connectivity, performance, and security issues
• Provide technical support to users and IT teams
• Implement and maintain network security solutions (e.g., firewalls, IDS, VPNs)
• Create and maintain network documentation
• Collaborate with system administrators and security teams

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4+ years of relevant networking experience
• Experience with networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DDS)
• Experience with networking hardware (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto)
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, Nagios)
• Knowledge of network security principles and best practices
• Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure) and network automation
• Ability to obtain and maintain SAP/SCI access
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Python and/or PowerShell scripting
• Experience with secure communication networks (e.g., COMSEC/TACLANE)