Junior Network Deployment Technician

We are seeking a versatile Junior Network Deployment Technician to support the staging, deployment, configuration, and sustainment of a large-scale, global enterprise converged network and security infrastructure. This role bridges physical deployment logistics, enterprise multi-vendor routing/switching (Cisco, Ruckus), next-generation firewalls (Palo Alto), modern SD-WAN edge implementations, and on-premises hypervisor / virtualization platforms. Responsibilities: Site Deployment, Turn-up & Field Operations Travel to remote sites to execute physical and logical network turn-ups, hardware refreshes, and site decommissioning. Assist with coordinating all pre-trip deployment logistics: stage and burn-in hardware, fabricate and label copper/fiber cabling, pack transport trunks, and arrange travel itineraries and site access. Assist with physical rack-and-stack installations, cable management, power distribution (UPS/PDU), and clean, dress, and test single-mode and multimode fiber optic runs. Configure, test, and troubleshoot enterprise switching and routing platforms, including Cisco Catalyst/Nexus and Ruckus ICX switches (FastIron). Implement and validate SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) edge appliances, optimizing traffic steering and failover across multiple transport circuits (Broadband, MPLS, LTE/5G, and Satellite/Microwave). Configure VLANs, trunking (802.1Q), spanning-tree protocols (RSTP/MSTP), link aggregation (LACP), and dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, BGP). Deploy and configure enterprise next-generation firewalls, with a primary focus on Palo Alto Networks (PAN-OS]. Maintain compliance with DoD STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides) and organizational security baseline configurations. Deploy and support edge server hardware hosting hypervisors (e.g., VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, or KVM). Configure hypervisor virtual networking components, including virtual switches (vSwitches), port groups, VLAN tagging, and physical NIC bonding/redundancy. Deploy, spin up, snapshot, and monitor virtual machines (VMs) and Virtual Network Functions (VNFs) utilized for local site operations, services, and management nodes. Survey remote facility infrastructure and draft as-built and proposed site architecture diagrams in Microsoft Visio. Assist in coordinating pre-installation conference calls with local site points of contact (POCs), project managers, and cyber security teams. Schedule authorized service interruptions (maintenance windows/outages) to perform cutovers with minimal mission disruption. Author and update Site specific reports, cutover checklists, and site survey templates to enforce standardization across deployment teams. Provide tiered escalation support during post-cutover stabilization, troubleshooting issues from physical cabling faults to hardware system failures. *This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth. Requirements: Required Clearance, Credentials & Travel Documentation Clearance: Active DoW Secret Security Clearance (or verifiable eligibility to obtain one prior to employment). Travel Documentation: Must hold an active, valid U.S. Passport (with at least 6 months validity remaining prior to expiration) and possess the ability to travel internationally and obtain foreign visas as required. DoD 8570 / 8140 Baseline Compliance: Must hold or obtain within 60 days of hire an IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, SSCP, CCNA Security, or equivalent). Education & Professional Experience 0-2 years of hands-on experience in administration, deployment, or field engineering (or equivalent combination of formal IT education). Firewalls & Security: Knowledge of Palo Alto Networks NGFWs (PAN-OS, security profiles, NAT, IPsec) and/or Cisco security products. Switching & Routing: Knowledge of Cisco (IOS/IOS-XE) platforms. Transport & Physical Layer: Practical knowledge of fiber optic installation, connector types (LC, SC), optical transceivers (SFP/SFP+/QSFP), and diagnostic test sets. Software Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Visio, terminal emulators (PuTTY, MobaXTerm), Wireshark, and network monitoring tools (SNMP/Syslog). Networking Fundamentals: Knowledge of TCP/IP, OSI model, IP addressing, subnetting, VLANs, trunking (802.1Q), and dynamic routing (OSPF, BGP). Physical & Operational Requirements Ability to travel domestically and internationally 50% to 75% of the time. Ability to lift, transport, and rack equipment weighing up to 80 lbs. Flexibility to work non-standard hours, nights, and weekends during scheduled maintenance windows. Professional Attributes Methodical Problem Solving: Ability to systematically isolate faults and resolve unexpected technical hurdles during high-pressure maintenance windows. Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to deliver technical updates to engineering teams and articulate status clearly to non-technical site leadership. Autonomy & Dependability: Proven ability to manage on-site tasks independently with high attention to detail, cable management standards, and security compliance. Preferred Qualifications: Ruckus: Ruckus Certified Networking Associate (RCNA) or Ruckus Certified Implementer. Networking: Cisco CCNA / CCNP (Enterprise). Why Work for Us? Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes. We offer: 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, withimmediatevesting Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce Unlimitedaccess totrainingand certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development Tuition assistancefor job-related degrees and courses Paidparental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules Got a big idea? At Core4ce,The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing. Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you. *All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status. *Core4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final offers may take into account a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and other legal requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Core4ce Careers