DC-based Field Network Engineer — Hybrid, Up to 50% Travel

Black Mountain Dynamics; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Mountain Dynamics is seeking a Field Network Operations Engineer to lead on-site network builds, perform advanced analyses, and support complex customer issues across the US. This senior role is hybrid with Washington, D.C. as home base and up to 50% travel for client projects.

You will mentor Tier 1-2 technicians, coordinate incident response, design LAN/WAN/WLAN solutions, and ensure secure, reliable infrastructures through rigorous testing and documentation.

Qualifications

• Residence in the Los Angeles area.
• 5+ years configuring and maintaining network hardware with emphasis on Ruckus and other vendors.
• 3+ years leading LAN/WAN/WLAN architecture and physical installation.
• Experience integrating network security within MSSP/MSP environments.
• Advanced Wi-Fi knowledge, RF design, and site surveys (Homina, Ekahau).
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills under pressure.
• Excellent client communication and ability to explain technical concepts.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% and participate in rotations.

Responsibilities

• Configure, install, and maintain network hardware and software across US locations.
• Lead on-site deployments and rack & stack; design and implement LAN/WAN/WLAN projects.
• Act as project lead and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize networks.
• Implement security measures: firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, SIEM, data protection.
• Lead incident response and coordinate with clients and internal teams.
• Advise clients on cybersecurity best practices and infrastructure improvements.
• Produce comprehensive incident reports and threat analyses.
• Mentor Tier 1–2 technicians; drive process improvements.

Skills

Network engineering

LAN/WAN/WLAN design

Wi-Fi design

Troubleshooting

Client communication

Travel readiness

Site installation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Ruckus

Palo Alto Networks

Juniper

Cisco

Aruba

Meraki

Homina

Ekahau

Job description

Black Mountain Dynamics is seeking a Field Network Operations Engineer to lead on-site network builds, perform advanced analyses, and support complex customer issues across the US. This senior role is hybrid with Washington, D.C. as home base and up to 50% travel for client projects.

You will mentor Tier 1-2 technicians, coordinate incident response, design LAN/WAN/WLAN solutions, and ensure secure, reliable infrastructures through rigorous testing and documentation.