Network Engineer III

Position Responsibilities In this role the candidatewillsupport the implementation. maintenance, and troubleshootingof enterprise network infrastructure.This role is responsible for ensuring reliable connectivity across LAN/WAN environments while collaborating with senior engineers on network design and optimization. The ideal candidate brings strong networking fundamentals and a hands-on approach to supporting production environments. Configure and maintain network devices including routers. switches, and firewalls from vendors such as Cisco and Juniper Networks. Monitor network performance and availability, proactively identifying and resolving connectivity, latency, and packet loss issues. Implement and support core networking technologies including VLANs, routing protocols (e.g., OSPF. BGP). and basic network security controls. Troubleshoot network incidents across LAN/WAN environments, performing root cause analysis and documenting resolutions. Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support network changes. upgrades. and infrastructure projects. Candidate will be responsible for traveling to remote locations to lead and perform network installations. independently perform troubleshooting. and provide status updates to Program personnel. The candidate may be required to support critical activities outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed. Any other required tasks by the program. Basic Qualifications Generally has 3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline. The position requires an IAT Level II 8570 Compliant Certification such as Security+. GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP. CISA, GSE. SCNA. etc. Must have an active Secret Security Clearance. Must be a USCitizen and have/maintain a valid US passport. This position requires an CCNA or JNCIA certification. Must be a proven network engineer with hands‑on mid‑level experience and knowledge of network design, development and testing methodologies. Must have an understanding of the OSI Model, TCP/IP, routing protocols BGP and OSPF. Must have network traffic analysis, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills. Must have firewall experience - especially Juniper, Fortinet and Palo Alto. Must have experience in UDP multicast SONET, MSPP, VLANs, GRE Tunnels, and TCP/IP network designs. Must have hands‑on experience with multi‑vendor switching routing auniper, Cisco), WAN optimizer. TACLANEs. and optical transport equipment. Must be an effective communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft Office products, especially PowerPoint and Visio. Preferred Qualifications Top Secret Clearance. CCNP or JNCIP Certification. Foundation, NSX. vSAN, and Aria. Experience with network automation using Ansible. Understand standard DOD security practices such as, STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts. Prior C2BMC experience. Benefits Overview TQA's broad and competitive mix of benefits options are designed to support and protect employees and their families' physical, mental, and financial health. Employment benefits include medical, dental, life and supplemental insurance options as well as a matching 401(k) program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), education reimbursement, mental wellness reimbursements, access to a financial advisor, and up to 31 days of paid leave annually. Salary Range: $145-160K Equal Opportunity Employer TrustedQA is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non‑merit factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr