Network Engineer 1
$103,000–$145,000 year
On-site · Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Network Engineer 1 responsible for designing, deploying, and sustaining secure, high-performance network infrastructures supporting mission-critical systems. Design and implement secure, high-throughput network architectures; administer and troubleshoot enterprise LAN environments for continuous availability; monitor and optimize network traffic to minimize latency and maximize efficiency; capture and evaluate performance metrics to identify improvements; configure and integrate front-end and back-end systems for reliable end-to-end communications; collaborate with engineering and mission teams on designs and architectural decisions; translate performance data into actionable requirements and system improvements. Requires a Bachelor's with 5 years (or Master's with 3 years, or 10 years of hands-on experience in lieu of degree), DoD 8570 IAT Level I certification, active security clearance with polygraph, and U.S. Citizenship.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience, Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or 10 years of hands-on Network Engineering experience in lieu of a degree
- Demonstrated experience designing, configuring, and maintaining secure network environments
- Proficiency with network performance monitoring, analysis, and optimization tools
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex systems for reliability and speed
- IAT Level I certification compliant with DoD 8570.01-M requirements
- Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting classified, high-availability, or mission-critical environments
- Familiarity with enterprise-scale network architectures and secure communications frameworks
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in fast-paced or high-pressure environments
- Clear documentation skills and strong technical communication abilities
- A strong interest in advancing network performance, security, and resilience
Additional Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants
- Random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564
- Contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph
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