Network Engineer

Job Description T‑Rex is looking for a fully cleared Network Engineer to work on a program in the Columbia, Maryland area in support of the Intelligence Community. Responsibilities Performs maintenance and sustainment of existing networks, troubleshooting and correcting issues. Resolve routine network problems; operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators. Monitors data or voice system networks for alarms, activates scripts as alarms occur, confirms accuracy, determines severity, and initiates resolution. Troubleshoots problems using scripts and standard procedures; escalates as appropriate; researches issues to determine if a predefined procedure can resolve the problem. Resolves basic issues, documents results, and communicates occurrence of alarms/issues and actions taken. Executes scheduled maintenance routines according to standard procedures, identifies issues, resolves them, and escalates when necessary. Activates/deactivates network lines according to established schedules. Performs first‑ and second‑level problem determination (first level is help desk). Interfaces with users and/or network vendors. Follows detailed work instructions. Qualifications Two (2) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. Associate’s degree in engineering technology from an accredited college, or two (2) years of additional network engineering experience to substitute. Experience installing and configuring network devices such as firewalls, switches, routers, cabling, Cisco, Brocade, and Juniper. Experience supporting WAN technologies such as SONET (OC3, OC48, OC192), DS3, T1, etc. Experience with Taclanes/KG‑175 and related technologies. Experience with MPLS, BGP, VPNs, etc. An IAT level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01‑M. Clearance Requirements TS/SCI polygraph clearance required. Desired Certifications CompTIA Network+, CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent. Benefits PTO available to use immediately upon joining (prorated based on start date). Paid parental leave. Individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits. Annual budget for training, professional development, and tuition reimbursement. 401(k) plan with company match fully vested after 60 days of employment. Competitive salary range of $60,000 – $80,000, benchmarked against scope, experience, and market. Equal Opportunity Employer T‑Rex is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit based factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr T-Rex Solutions, LLC