Network Engineer (Must have a TS/SCI Clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph)

J&T Business Consulting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

J&T Business Consulting seeks a Network Engineer (Level 0) with an active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to maintain and troubleshoot secure networks in the Columbia, United States area. The role focuses on monitoring systems, performing scheduled maintenance, and coordinating with vendors to resolve issues.

The candidate should have an Associate degree in engineering technology plus 2 years of related experience (or 4 years of equivalent experience).

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering technology with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Substitution: 4 years total experience may replace the degree.
• Experience installing and configuring network devices (Cisco/Juniper/Brocade).
• Experience with Type-1 encryptors and inline network encryptors (e.g., TACLANES, KG-175).
• Familiarity with MPLS, BGP, and VPNs.

Responsibilities

• Network monitoring & alerting: monitor networks, identify issues, and initiate resolution or escalation.
• Maintenance & operations: execute scheduled maintenance and manage network lines.
• Troubleshooting & problem resolution: perform first- and second-level analysis and document results.
• Vendor & user interface: work with users and vendors to resolve issues.
• Equipment & analyzer operation: use network analyzers and test equipment for diagnostics and testing.
• Instruction adherence: follow procedures to maintain integrity and security.

Skills

MPLS

BGP

VPNs

Cisco/Juniper/Brocade

TACLANES/KG-175

Education

Associate degree in engineering technology

2 years related experience

Tools

TACLANES

KG-175

WAN test equipment

Job description

Network Engineer (Must have a TS/SCI Clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph)

Columbia, United States |

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Salary Range: $65,000 - $78,000 (commensurate with experience, skills, and contractual requirements)

Position Overview

The Network Engineer (Level 0) performs maintenance, sustainment, and troubleshooting of existing networks. This role involves monitoring system networks, identifying operational issues, executing scheduled maintenance, and resolving routine network problems using standard procedures and work instructions.

Key Responsibilities

Network Monitoring & Alerting: Monitor data and voice system networks for messages, alarms, or operational issues. Activate scripts upon alarm generation, confirm message accuracy, determine issue severity, and initiate appropriate resolution or escalation.

Maintenance & Operations: Execute scheduled maintenance routines in accordance with standard procedures. Activate and deactivate network lines according to established schedules.

Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution: Perform first- and second-level problem determination. Troubleshoot basic network issues using predefined scripts and routine procedures; document results and communicate actions taken to affected parties.

Vendor & User Interface: Interface directly with users and network vendors to resolve network line or hardware issues.

Equipment & Analyzer Operation: Operate network analyzers, WAN test equipment, and network simulators to support diagnostics and testing.

Instruction Adherence: Follow detailed work instructions and procedures to maintain network integrity and security.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Clearance: Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph.

Education & Experience:

Associate degree in engineering technology from an accredited college, PLUS two (2) years of experience in programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Substitution: Two (2) additional years of network engineering experience (4 years total) may be substituted for an Associate degree.

Experience installing and configuring network devices (firewalls, switches, routers, cabling) across platforms such as Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper.

Experience with Type-1 encryptors and inline network encryptors (e.g., TACLANES, KG-175).

Familiarity with networking protocols and technologies including MPLS, BGP, and VPNs.

Desired Qualifications

Network certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health coverage.

Basic life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.

Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holiday schedule.

Paid parental leave.

Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education and professional development.

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.