Network Engineer

Network Engineer plays a critical role in supporting DoD contracts and Joint Fires Network (JFN) infrastructure by providing expertise in network architecture and transport engineering. Partnering directly with customers, the engineer plans, designs, implements, and sustains secure communications and transport solutions that enable reliable data exchange across classified facilities and cloud environments. The role involves installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network equipment; monitoring system performance; and applying DoD Information Assurance policies. In addition, the engineer maintains a comprehensive library of engineering tools, produces detailed documentation and tutorials, and consistently applies leading‑edge standards and best practices to ensure a robust, compliant, and high‑performance networking environment. CORE FUNCTIONS / JOB DUITES Able to perform the following independently, under minimum supervision: Design and implement communications solutions which can be deployed to field/remote locations to connect secure facilities and support the exchange of required data within a cloud environment and network solutions based on organizational needs and best practices. Assist in the designing and implementing of approved networking and transport solutions to support long-term Information System (IS) management goals. Installing and configuring network equipment and providing support to systems administrators. Configure and maintain network devices and services (routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, wireless access points). Perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics to resolve complex network issues. Monitor computer systems and network performance, analyze traffic, and optimize for efficiency and security. Maintain and update network documentation, diagrams, and procedural guides. Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders on network planning, projects, and upgrades. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers and support staff. Ensure compliance with security standards and organizational policies. Manage and maintain a library of network engineering tools, that can be used for system testing and diagnosis of network-related system issues both locally and abroad. Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts to the development, maintenance, and implementation of network engineering standards, procedures, and guidelines. Maintain current knowledge and implement best practices in networking security to offer the best solutions and protection to information systems. Produce documentation to support installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and operator usage of systems worked on. Contribute technical content and tutorials to product documentation SKILLS & ABILITIES Possess a deep understanding of: Five plus (5+) years of experience with implementation and understanding of Engineering principles in a professional environment Five plus (5+) years of experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of network architectures Maintain, configure, operate and troubleshoot complex electronic computer interface systems and network equipment (taclanes, firewalls, routers, switches) Networking protocols Network monitoring tools and security implementations Cloud networking concepts Security measures and frameworks Automation tools for network management Cloud computing platforms, preferred Work in Agile Management systems (e.g. Jira, Confluence, GitLab) DoD Information Assurance (IA) policies to be applied to the design and maintenance of communications solutions EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science in STEM field Required IAT Level III Required OS Certification Required CompTIA Security+ Required Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Required Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Preferred TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS General office environment Computer/Equipment lab Travel in support of distant end installations or break fix actions if they cannot be accomplished remotely. Such travel may be with limited (less than 3 days) notice PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs Frequent use of keyboard and typing Frequent sitting and standing WORK SCHEDULE 5/40 The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements. PAY RANGE $120,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually, DOE U.S. Citizenship is Required SECURITY CLEARANCE Candidates must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and CI Polygraph within last 5yr, or ability to pass CI polygraph within 6mo of hire and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr