Network Controller / Engineer

Piper Companies; Illinois; On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Controller / Network Engineer to support mission-critical DoD network infrastructure. This on-site role is at Scott AFB, IL with opportunities in Pearl Harbor, HI, and involves monitoring, troubleshooting, and activation of secure networks in a 24/7 environment.

The candidate should have 2+ years in network ops or NOC, experience with Cisco/Juniper, routing protocols (BGP/OSPF/ISIS), VLANs, VPNs, and active clearance with DoD certifications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of network engineering, network operations, or NOC experience.
• Experience with Cisco and/or Juniper technologies, routers, switches, LAN/WAN environments, and IP-based transport networks.
• Knowledge of routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, ISIS, VLANs, VRFs, VPNs, TCP/IP, DHCP, and DNS; strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Active Secret clearance required with ability to obtain/maintain Top Secret clearance; TS/SCI preferred.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and troubleshoot a live global DoD network using enterprise monitoring and management tools.
• Perform network configuration, implementation, testing, activation, and performance monitoring of devices and services.
• Manage incident tickets, service orders, and change requests with accurate documentation and procedures.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, DISA stakeholders, vendors, and operations teams for service activations and issue resolution.
• Support fault management, alarm surveillance, circuit troubleshooting, and service restoration in a 24/7 environment.

Skills

Cisco

Juniper

Routing protocols

BGP

OSPF

ISIS

VLANs

VRFs

VPNs

TCP/IP

DHCP

DNS

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

NOC operations

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in a related technical field preferred

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Network Controller / Network Engineer to support a company focused on delivering mission-critical communications, network operations, and secure connectivity across the global Department of Defense Information Network (DoDIN). This position is on-site at Scott AFB, IL, with additional opportunities available in Pearl Harbor, HI. The Network Controller / Network Engineer will provide operational support, monitoring, troubleshooting, implementation, and activation of mission-critical DoD network infrastructure while ensuring compliance with DISA standards. This role directly supports national defense missions by maintaining and enhancing the networks relied upon by warfighters and national leaders worldwide.

Responsibilities for the Network Controller / Network Engineer include:

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues across a live global DoD network using enterprise monitoring and management tools
• Perform network configuration, implementation, testing, activation, and performance monitoring of network devices and services
• Manage incident tickets, service orders, and change requests while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with operational procedures
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, DISA stakeholders, vendors, and operations teams to support service activations and resolve network issues
• Support fault management, alarm surveillance, circuit troubleshooting, and service restoration efforts in a 24/7 operational environment

Required Qualifications for the Network Controller / Network Engineer include:

• 2+ years of relevant network engineering, network operations, or NOC experience
• Experience with Cisco and/or Juniper technologies, routers, switches, LAN/WAN environments, and IP-based transport networks
• Knowledge of routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, ISIS, VLANs, VRFs, VPNs, TCP/IP, DHCP, and DNS, along with strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in a related technical field preferred
• Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance; TS/SCI preferred
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) required
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Compensation for the Network Controller / Network Engineer include:

• Salary Range: depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law

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Keywords:

Network Controller, Network Engineer, NOC, Network Operations Center, DISA, DoDIN, DoD Networks, Cisco, Juniper, BGP, OSPF, ISIS, LAN/WAN, SATCOM, JRSS, Network Monitoring, Incident Management, Change Management, Security+, IAT Level II, TS/SCI, Secret Clearance, Telecommunications, Scott AFB, Pearl Harbor, Defense Communications, Network Troubleshooting, Service Activation, Fault Management, Alarm Surveillance