Network Engineer

Amentum; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Network Engineer to support MQ-9 communications, ACN, SPDN, and SOCs, ensuring high availability and secure inter-site networking.

The role requires experience with complex routing, GRE tunneling, and classified network environments, along with strong documentation and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in network engineering, preferably DoD/IC environments.
• Strong understanding of OSI and TCP/IP models and interdependencies.
• Experience with routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and multicast (PIM/IGMP/MSDP).
• Experience with GRE tunneling for secure data transport.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain complex network systems (LAN/WAN/VPN).
• Analyze and troubleshoot networks across OSI layers to maximize performance and security.
• Configure and manage routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and multicast routing.
• Design GRE tunneling solutions for secure inter-site communication.
• Document network designs and procedures per policies.
• Collaborate with security, systems engineering, and operations teams.

Skills

Network engineering

OSI model knowledge

TCP/IP

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

DoD/IC experience

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Firewall administration

Network management tools

Job description

The Centralized Network Operations Center (C-NOC) Network Engineer will support the Air Force in the operation and maintenance of the MQ-9 communications system, global network architectures to include the Aircraft Control Network (ACN), Sensor Product Dissemination Network (SPDN), Squadron Operations Centers (SOCs) ancillary systems, and relay site communication. The hired candidate will support all MQ-9 stakeholders including ACC, ANG, AFSOC, SOCOM, USMC, ADC, and other external agencies. The Network Engineer will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and supporting complex network infrastructure and resolving escalated troubleshooting incidents. They will act as the final point of escalation for the C-NOC, performing root cause analysis, network planning, and ensuring high network availability.

Essential Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain complex network systems, encompassing LAN, WAN, VPN, and secure cloud interconnections.
• Analyze and troubleshoot networks across all OSI layers, identifying and resolving interdependencies to maximize performance, reliability, and security.
• Expertly configure and manage advanced routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and multicast routing protocols (PIM, IGMP, MSDP), ensuring optimized data distribution in diverse network topologies.
• Design and maintain innovative tunneling solutions using Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE), supporting secure inter-site and inter-domain communication.
• Integrate and apply security protocols and principles to ensure compliance with classified information systems requirements and federal mandates.
• Conduct network performance monitoring, diagnostics, and incident response, leveraging advanced tools and methodologies in a classified systems context.
• Document network designs, configurations, and operational procedures in accordance with organizational and governmental policies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with security, systems engineering, application, and operations teams for robust classified solutions.
• Stay current with emerging networking technologies, threats, and best practices pertinent to classified and secure network engineering.

Minimum Requirements

• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI); must maintain clearance as a condition of employment. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in network engineering—preferably supporting federal, DoD, or Intelligence Community environments.
• Extensive knowledge of network layers(OSI and TCP/IP models), including detailed understanding of their interdependencies.
• Proven experience with advanced routing protocols, including configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting ofmulticast routing protocols(such as PIM, IGMP, MSDP).
• Demonstrated expertise in designing, configuring, and troubleshooting GRE tunnelingfor secure data transport across segmented networks.
• Proficiency with enterprise network hardware (Cisco, Juniper, etc.), firewalls, and network management/monitoring tools.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; proven ability to document and convey complex network solutions and procedures.

CompTIA Security+, CCNA, or equivalent certification is required. Network+ is highly desired.

• Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with cross-domain networking solutions and secure enclave operations.
• Knowledge of federal security standards (ICD 503, NIST 800-series, RMF).
• Experience with automation and scripting tools (Python, Ansible) for network deployment and management.
• Exposure to cloud networking solutions and hybrid network architectures.

Compensation Details

115,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

08/28/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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