Junior Network Engineer

CACI International Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc invites a Junior Network Engineer to support the ECS3 program across CONUS & OCONUS locations. You will help design, configure, and optimize LANs and UC services, while preparing documentation and performing upgrades as needed.

Required TS/SCI with polygraph or ability to obtain one, CCNA, and familiarity with OSPF/BGP/MPLS. Travel up to 25% across CONUS is possible; strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering or related role.
• Active Security+ certification.
• Ability to engineer and document network solutions, not just deploy.
• Strong verbal and written presentation skills.
• TS/SCI with polygraph clearance or ability to obtain polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Assist with network design plans and baseline configurations.
• Analyze network topologies, traffic, and capacity; provide recommendations.
• Brief government customers and contractors on designs and solutions.
• Perform network surveys, installations, and documentation updates.
• Handle IOS upgrades and device configurations; update network diagrams.

Skills

OSPF

BGP

MPLS

CCNA

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Cisco IOS

Juniper devices

Job description

Job Title: Junior Network Engineer

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

CACI is looking for a Network Engineer to join our ECS3 program. The Enterprise Communications Services 3 (ECS3) program supports our intel customer across its CONUS & OCONUS operating locations. Our focus includes the design, transition, operations, and continual service improvement to include tech modernization, tech refresh, activities associated with customer local area networks (LANs) and unified communication (UC) services. Our mission on this program will be the design, transition, operations, and continual service improvement to include tech modernization, tech refresh, or Capital Equipment Replacement Program (CERP) activities associated with the clients’ LANs, CAN and Unified Communication services. Become a part of our great team and make a difference!

Responsibilities

• Assists with plans of network design, layout and develops the baseline configuration for the system.
• Analyzes network topologies and traffic and capacity requirements and provides recommendations and guidance.
• Briefs government customer and other contractors on recommended solutions and designs.
• Complete network engineering surveys and installations.
• Assist with the development effort for the standard documentation maintained.
• Complete IOS upgrades and device configuration changes.
• Complete network documentation for physical and logical diagrams, design documentation, and inventory support.
• Perform cable infrastructure tasks as required.
• Complete change management requests to support device installations.
• May provide technical support and troubleshooting to users to operation staff.
• May perform general network administration duties as needed.
• Up to 20% CONUS travel to customer sites as needed.
• Participates in special projects as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• High School/GED + 5 Yrs, or Associates + 3 Yrs, or Bachelors + 1 Yrs
• Three years of experience with network operating systems (e.g.; Cisco; Juniper); network hardware (e.g.; routers; switches; cabling and other essential network hardware); and LAN/WAN protocols (e.g.; OSPF; BGP; MPLS). Type 1 Encryption.
• Active Security+ Certification
• Must be capable of engineering and documenting network solutions, not just deploying or configuring.
• Good verbal and written presentation skills.
• Active TS/SCI with a polygraph clearance OR TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a polygraph prior to starting.

Desired

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science; Engineering; or a related technical discipline
• Working towards CCNP or higher network certification
• JWICs or DISN experience is a strong plus

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$53,100-$106,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.