Network Engineering / Architecture

This Network Engineer will provide advanced technical support for the architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise-level unclassified and classified network infrastructure at HQ PACAF. This position focuses on hands‑on engineering support, Tier 3 diagnostics, and optimizing the performance of a mission‑critical communications environment in accordance with DoD and PACAF.

Provide Tier 3 network engineering support and troubleshooting for O&M operations across PACAF networks (NIPR/SIPR/Coalition).

Support SDP development in coordination with the lead Network Architect and A6 stakeholders.

Support implementation and sustainment of routing, switching, segmentation, firewalls, and QoS configurations.

Conduct change management planning, including technical implementation procedures and risk assessments.

Execute network upgrades and integration of hardware/software solutions.

Perform diagnostics for complex network service issues.

Survey and assess facilities for potential upgrades.

Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, information systems, or related discipline from an accredited institution.

Minimum of 8+ years of senior‑level network engineering experience designing and implementing secure, scalable DoD networks.

Network architecture, routing protocols, firewall policy, QoS

VMware, Microsoft Teams, VoIP/Unified Comms, Windows Server

Cloud‑enablement strategies and cross‑domain solutions

Proven track record of designing and implementing secure, scalable DoD enterprise networks (classified and unclassified).

Advanced technical expertise in VMware, VOIP phones, Microsoft Teams, and Windows Server systems.

Expertise with network architecture, firewall policy, routing protocols, QoS, Cloud‑enablement strategies, and cross‑domain solutions.

Experience performing Tier 3 O&M support, configuration, and engineering for large‑scale military networks.

System Design Plan (SDP) to include drawings, rack elevations, and configurations

Cable run details (fiber, copper, power, grounding)

Site preparation actions (facilities, power, grounding, bonding)

Proven ability to support senior leaders in a Joint Operations Center with technical expertise.

Must have an active Top‑secret clearance. Cloud Architecture certification (AWS Solutions Architect, DoD Cloud certs).

10+ years of Network Engineering experience with complex network systems.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $125K - $145K (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

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Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax‑saving options

Disability and life insurance

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