Joint Fires Network Engineer
Job in
Champaign, Champaign County, Illinois, 61825, USA
Listed on 2026-07-20
Listing for:
Zachary Piper Solutions
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-20
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Network Engineer, Cybersecurity, Network Security
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Joint Fires Network Engineer position with Zachary Piper Solutions to support mission-critical defense communications and global network operations within the Department of Defense. This on-site role is located at Scott AFB, IL
. The engineer will support 24x7 global operations by configuring, monitoring, and restoring secure network services across complex transport and IP infrastructures. Play a direct role in ensuring uninterrupted connectivity for national defense missions worldwide.
- Execute network operations including configuration, monitoring, and analysis of circuits across routers, switches, and optical transport systems
- Perform real-time circuit rerouting and network restoration during outages and maintenance events
- Collaborate with internal teams, government stakeholders, and engineering tiers to ensure maximum network availability
- Monitor and troubleshoot network alarms using platform-specific tools and resolve incidents through full lifecycle management
- Support change management activities including hardware replacements, software updates, and configuration adjustments
- 4+ years of experience in network engineering, operations, or NOC environments
- Experience with networking technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, MPLS, SDH/SONET, optical transport, and routing/switching
- Strong skills in incident management, network troubleshooting, alarm monitoring, and working in a 24x7 shift environment
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Active TS/SCI Clearance and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent)
- Journeyman level (2-4 years) pays hourly at $62,000- $70,000
- Senior level (5-7 years) pays at $80,000 - 85,000
- Expert level: (10+ years w/ CCNA) $100,000
Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Sick leave as required by law
This job opens for applications on 7/16/2026
. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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