Joint Fires Network Engineer — Real-Time Network Operations

Zachary Piper Solutions; Scott (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Joint Fires Network Engineer for a federal program at Scott Air Force Base. The role involves executing network operations, configuring circuits across optical and IP networks, and performing real-time circuit redesigns to maintain mission connectivity.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience, a DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and a DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 4+ years of related experience.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
• Must hold DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).
• Available for 24x7 shift work and on-base duties.

Responsibilities

• Execute network operations, configuring and analyzing circuits across multiplexers, routers, and switches.
• Perform real-time circuit redesign to restore connectivity during outages and maintenance.
• Collaborate with internal/external customers and agencies to maximize network availability.
• Monitor network alarms using platform management tools and document outages and resolutions.
• Manage changes including hardware replacements and software configurations.
• Document incident lifecycles and escalations in incident management systems.
• Assess and resolve network incidents leveraging knowledge of CISCO, Juniper, MSPP, MPLS, SDH/SONET.

Skills

Security+ CE (DoD 8570 IAT Level 2)

DoD Top Secret clearance

24x7 shift readiness

Transport and IP topology

Cisco/Juniper routing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Security+ CE

DoD 8570 IAT

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Joint Fires Network Engineer for a federal program at Scott Air Force Base. The role involves executing network operations, configuring circuits across optical and IP networks, and performing real-time circuit redesigns to maintain mission connectivity.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience, a DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and a DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 certification (Security+ CE or equivalent).