Network O&S Internship IRES - SSFB/HSV

Amentum; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Network O&S Intern to support the Missile Defense Agency's IRES contract. The role involves hands-on work with routers, switches, and firewalls, network monitoring, and documentation.

The position requires enrollment in an IT/CS/CE degree program, basic TCP/IP knowledge, and willingness to work night shifts with up to 10% travel. Location includes Schriever Space Force Base or Redstone Arsenal, with DoW Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited IT, CS, or related degree program with sophomore standing or higher.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, DNS/DHCP, OSI model.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Cisco IOS router/switch upgrades, rollbacks, and troubleshooting.
• Configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance, bandwidth usage, and alerts.
• Perform physical device installations and patch cables.
• Document topology maps, IP allocations, and inventory lists.

Skills

TCP/IP basics

Documentation

Written & verbal comms

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing Associate/Bachelor in IT/CS/CE

Tools

Cisco IOS

Job description

Position Title

Network O&S Internship

This internship is anticipated to last 6 months from start date.

Location

Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO or Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

Relocation Assistance

None available at this time

Remote/Telework

NO - Not available for this position

Clearance Type

DoW Secret

Shift

Night shift

Travel Required

Up to 10% of the time

Description of Duties

The Network O&S Internship supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will:

• Assist in Cisco IOS router and switch upgrades, rollbacks and troubleshooting.
• Assist in configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Help monitor network performance, bandwidth utilization, and system alerts.
• Perform physical device installations, patching cables, and auditing server rack diagrams.
• Document network topology maps, IP address allocations, and inventory lists.

Basic Requirements

• Must have 1, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
• May be reduced with completion of advanced education
• Must be a recent graduate OR currently enrolled in an accredited associate or bachelor’s degree program in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline with at least sophomore-level standing.
• Must have a basic understanding of TCP/IP protocols, subnetting, and DNS/DHCP, along with familiarity with the OSI model.
• Must have academic or lab exposure to the Cisco Command Line Interface (CLI), including basic router/switch configuration concepts.
• Must be able, and willing, to work scheduled evening maintenance windows to support live network operations and changes.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to document technical steps and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Must have a current DoW IAT Levl II certification (ex: CompTIA Security+ CE certification, or equivalent foundational cybersecurity knowledge (e.g., understanding network access control and device hardening)).
• Must have, or obtain, an active DoW Secret Security Clearance

Compensation Details

44300

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, 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

09/28/2026 - 09/30/2026

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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