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

Zohorecruit; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a Network Engineer (Level 0) in the United States with active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph. The role covers maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of existing networks, following standard procedures and work instructions.

Key duties include network monitoring, routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and vendor coordination. Requirements include an Associate degree in engineering technology and 2 years of related experience, or 4 years without the degree.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph.
• Associate degree in engineering technology from an accredited college, PLUS two years of experience in programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Substitution: Two additional years of network engineering experience may substitute for an Associate degree.
• Experience installing and configuring network devices across platforms such as Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper.
• 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 data and voice system networks for messages, alarms, or operational issues; activate scripts upon alarm generation and determine issue severity.
• Maintenance & Operations: Execute scheduled maintenance routines and manage network lines per schedules.
• Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution: Perform first- and second-level problem determination using predefined scripts; document results.
• Vendor & User Interface: Interface with users and network vendors to resolve issues.
• Equipment & Analyzer Operation: Operate network analyzers and WAN test equipment for diagnostics and testing.
• Instruction Adherence: Follow detailed work instructions to maintain network integrity and security.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Network monitoring

Troubleshooting

Vendor liaison

Education

Associate degree in engineering technology

Tools

Cisco

Brocade

Juniper

TACLANES

Job description

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

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.