Entry-Level Network Engineer: WAN, VPN & Security

Independent Software; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and mentorship

Competitive compensation

Work-life balance

Job summary

A technology company in Columbia, MD is seeking an Entry Level Network Engineer responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting network systems. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of two years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to support various WAN technologies. An Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology is required, along with an active TS/SCI clearance. This role offers a supportive work culture focused on personal and professional growth, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in similar programs.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and sustainment of existing networks.
• Resolve routine network problems using standard procedures.
• Monitor networks for performance issues and alarms.

Skills

Network monitoring

Troubleshooting

Configuration of network devices

WAN technologies support

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Firewalls

Switches

Routers

Network analyzers

Job description

A technology company in Columbia, MD is seeking an Entry Level Network Engineer responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting network systems. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of two years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to support various WAN technologies. An Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology is required, along with an active TS/SCI clearance. This role offers a supportive work culture focused on personal and professional growth, with competitive compensation and benefits.