Network Engineer ; Pipeline

AtLucayan Technology Solutions LLC delivers secure, innovative solutions in support of national defense and intelligence missions. As a trusted government contracting partner, we provide top‑tier intelligence and technology services that safeguard our nation and offer mission‑driven careers that matter.

Location:

Missoula, Montana

Employment Type:

Full‑Time, Hourly
Clearance:
Public Trust
Status:
Contingent Upon Contract Award

Join Our Pipeline for Future Opportunities! This is a pipeline posting intended to identify qualified candidates for upcoming opportunities. Employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of any required background or security processes.

We are seeking a motivated Network Engineer I to join our on‑site IT operations team supporting federal research facilities in Missoula, Montana. This role is ideal for a technically skilled individual who enjoys working directly with users and systems in a dynamic, mission‑focused environment. The Network Engineer I will handle help desk support, routine system maintenance, patching, and troubleshooting activities while developing expertise in federal network security and infrastructure management.

• Manage help desk intake, ticket tracking, resolution, and escalation in accordance with established procedures
• Assist users with network access issues including account unlocks, password resets, and onboarding support
• Perform routine patching and OS updates for servers, workstations, and infrastructure devices in compliance with ATO requirements
• Conduct trouble isolation, root cause analysis, and port clearance activities to maintain network performance
• Assist with monitoring of network infrastructure including NAS, UPS, switches, wireless access points, and servers
• Support quarterly and annual log audits, account reviews, and inventory maintenance activities
• Notify stakeholders of outages and service disruptions via email and Microsoft Teams
• Assist with documentation updates including VLAN assignments, IP address records, and system diagrams
• Support vulnerability scanning and remediation activities under the direction of senior team members
• Respond to zero‑day threat mitigations within required time frames as directed

• Security Clearance:
  Must be eligible for a federal Public Trust Background Investigation
• Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field (relevant certifications and/or equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of degree)
• Minimum 2 years of IT support, network operations, or systems administration experience
• Working knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, and standard network troubleshooting
• Familiarity with patch management, ticketing systems, and OS update processes
• Basic understanding of networking concepts including VLANs, IP addressing, and DNS/DHCP

• Experience in a government IT environment or with federal security compliance requirements
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Tenable/Nessus)
• Experience with Cisco switches, firewalls, or wireless access point administration
• Cisco Certified Field Technician or equivalent entry‑level Cisco certification

• CompTIA Network+ (required or must obtain within 90 days of start)
• CompTIA Security+ (required or must obtain within 90 days of start)
• On‑site full‑time position located in Missoula, Montana.
• Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.
  
  - 4:30 p.m.
• Requires emergency after‑hours availability and occasional travel may be required