Network Engineer, SME

# Network Engineer, SME# Network Engineer, SMELocation

Honolulu, Hawaii### Description Steel Gate  LLC is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer, SME to join our team.  This position 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.

Mandatory Requirements:

• At start date, must possess one or more of the following certifications in ACTIVE status:  
• Active Cisco CCNP (Routing & Switching or Enterprise Infrastructure) or equivalent  advanced networking certification  
• Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S.  Citizenship.  
• All applicants must have current DoD Top Secret clearance day one and prior to entry on  duty, with the ability to pass an SSBI background investigation to up-scope their  clearance to Top Secret / SCI.Basic Required

Qualifications and Skills:

• 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  
• Technical expertise in:  o Network architecture, routing protocols, firewall policy, QoS  o VMware, Microsoft Teams, VoIP/Unified Comms, Windows Server  o 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.  
• Deep knowledge of DoD architecture frameworks, RMF, and PACAF-specific mission  demands.  
• Ability to provide:  o System Design Plan (SDP) to include drawings, rack elevations, and  configurations  o Cable run details (fiber, copper, power, grounding)  o Site preparation actions (facilities, power, grounding, bonding)  o Systems Integration Test (SIT) and Systems Acceptance Test (SAT) plans  
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).  
• Proven ability to work independently or collaboratively in rapidly changing environments  
• Proven ability to support senior leaders in a Joint Operations Center with technical  expertise.  
• U.S. Citizenship and current DoD TS clearance required.

Desired

Qualifications and Skills:

• Cisco CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure or Security.  
• Cloud Architecture certification (AWS Solutions Architect, DoD Cloud certs).  
• Cisco CCDP or equivalent vendor-neutral certification.  
• DoD IAT Level III certification in ACTIVE status.  
• Current DoD TS clearance with SCI eligibility.  
• 10+ years of Network Engineering experience with complex network systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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.  
• Ensure RMF-aligned security integration across all changes.  
• Coordinate with PACAF/A6 and stakeholders for validation.  
• Survey and assess facilities for potential upgrades.  
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii  Salary: $ 150,000, based on experience

Benefits:  
• 401(k)  
• 401(k) matching  
• Dental insurance  
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