Defense Network Engineer – TS/SCI Eligible

L3Harris Technologies; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Specialist, Network Engineer in Colorado Springs to design and model network architectures that meet customer requirements across critical domains. You will analyze networks, plan capacity, and ensure secure configurations while supporting a Surveillance Systems division with cross-functional collaboration.

The role emphasizes configuration, troubleshooting, and documentation, requiring TS clearance eligibility and CCNA-level certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination.
• Graduate degree with 2+ years of related experience, or 8+ years experience in lieu of a degree.
• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• CCNA or equivalent vendor certification required.

Responsibilities

• Design and model network architecture based on customer requirements.
• Analyze, plan, and modify network components or software.
• Prepare capacity needs analysis for switching, routing, and transmission.
• Configure and harden routers, switches, firewalls, VOIP, and satellite links.
• Develop and maintain security/configuration documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and work independently as needed.
• Support DISA SRGs and STIGs compliance.

Skills

IP networks

Network design

Troubleshooting

Security documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years experience

Graduate degree with 2+ years experience

8+ years experience in lieu of degree

Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

DOD 8570.01M IAT-2 certification

CCNA certification

Tools

Cisco Prime

HP OpenView

OpenFlow

Cisco ACI

Manticore

Cracken

KG encryptors

NMS

ZTNA concepts

Cloud Networking (AWS/Azure/GCN)

Job description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Specialist, Network Engineer in Colorado Springs to design and model network architectures that meet customer requirements across critical domains. You will analyze networks, plan capacity, and ensure secure configurations while supporting a Surveillance Systems division with cross-functional collaboration.

The role emphasizes configuration, troubleshooting, and documentation, requiring TS clearance eligibility and CCNA-level certifications.