Network Engineer, Mid

Network Engineer, Mid - Air Force On‑Site Support

We are seeking a Network Engineer to provide on‑site network operations, troubleshooting, cybersecurity compliance, and modernization preparation for NIPR and SIPR environments.

• Perform Tier 2 and 3 network operations and troubleshooting for switches, routers, WLAN controllers, and access points.
• Analyze packet captures and diagnose performance issues using Wireshark and Solar Winds.
• Support escalation workflows and assist senior engineers with advanced troubleshooting.
• Collect and trend baseline network metrics (availability, latency, throughput) to support modernization readiness.
• Operate and optimize monitoring platforms including Solar Winds, SNMP, syslog, and Net Flow.
• Lead network health assessments under senior engineer guidance.
• Implement STIG corrections and support ACAS and SCAP scanning and remediation.
• Document vulnerability findings and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Execute approved configuration changes, maintain device backups, and follow CM and change‑control procedures.
• Create and maintain network diagrams, device inventories, runbooks, SOPs, and CMDB updates.
• Assist in DoDAF diagram updates (OV-1, OV-2, SV-1, SV-2).
• Support cutover readiness, SAT activities, and pre‑modernization cleanup tasks, including field assessments and data collection.

• 4+ years of network engineering experience.
• Proficiency with tools such as Wireshark, Solar Winds, and SNMP.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, ARP, HTTP, VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, QoS.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and DoD security practices.
• Ability to create and interpret technical diagrams and documentation.
• Secret clearance required.
• HS diploma or GED.

• Python and Ansible automation.
• Experience with SD‑WAN and Aruba or Cisco wireless.
• Experience with Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Network+, CASP+, or CISSP certificates.

The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $ annualized USD.

Full-time employees receive health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Employees working at least 20 hours a week are eligible for the benefit programs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.