Network Engineer; Onsite

What You Will Do

• Maintain smooth operation of voice and data networks.
• Plan, evaluate, coordinate, and perform installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication networks.
• Develop technical expertise in all areas of voice and data networks hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, including switches, routers, firewalls, authentication servers, encryptors, etc.
• Work with network management software platforms and propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements are met and optimized for cost savings and redundancy.
• Prepare or ensure that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions, technical diagrams, and other documentation; assist in developing documentation where none exists.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short‑ and long‑range planning for in‑house systems.
• Assist with coordination of third‑party maintenance for network equipment or with vendors for third‑party support.
• Be willing and available to work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Work with general supervision and follow established procedures.
• Apply your Network Engineering skills to defense‑oriented programs.

• University degree and a minimum of 2years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree.
• U.S. citizenship and an active, in‑scope, transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance (Secret) required prior to start date.
• Experience in configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and/or intrusion detection systems, including software upgrades.
• Certification in Security+ within 6months and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) desired within a year.

• Experience with Cisco ISE and 802.1X, Solar Winds, and setting up client‑server environments for government networks.
• Knowledge of current cabling and fiber standards.
• Experience with access control lists, security posture, and vendor best practices.
• Experience with Visio diagramming and design capabilities.
• 1–2years of experience with network management software.
• Willingness and availability to travel domestically as needed.
• Knowledge of configuration and troubleshooting of encryption devices.
• Effective customer service skills, including oral and written communications.
• Experience with platforms such as IP telephony, NTP servers, Gem One, and Solar Winds.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Experience with classified computing, STIG compliance, and network refreshes.
• Current DoD Top Secret level security clearance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement program and student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits, Ovia Health, fertility and family planning, adoption assistance, autism benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits, bright horizons child and elder care services, Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.

Salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section
503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.