On-Site Mission-Critical Joint Fires Network Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions; Illinois; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Sick leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Joint Fires Network Engineer to support DoD network operations from Scott AFB, IL. This on-site role in a 24x7 NOC delivers real-time monitoring, restoration, and incident management to ensure high availability of critical communications.

The ideal candidate holds a TS/SCI clearance with DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+ CE) and 4+ years of IP networking experience, including MPLS and optical transport, routers and switches.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in network operations, transport networks, or IP networking.
• Experience with routers, switches, MPLS, optical transport, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate in a 24x7 shift environment with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT/Networking or related field.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE).

Responsibilities

• Execute network operations including configuration and analysis of circuits across routers, switches, and optical transport systems
• Perform real-time circuit rerouting and network restoration during outages or maintenance events
• Monitor network alarms and proactively troubleshoot issues using enterprise network management tools
• Document and manage incidents, outages, and resolutions throughout the full lifecycle of network events
• Collaborate with internal teams, government stakeholders, and engineering partners to maintain high network availability

Skills

Network operations

IP networking

Network troubleshooting

Shift work (24x7)

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/ Networking

Tools

Routers & switches

MPLS

Optical transport

Network management tools

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Joint Fires Network Engineer to support DoD network operations from Scott AFB, IL. This on-site role in a 24x7 NOC delivers real-time monitoring, restoration, and incident management to ensure high availability of critical communications.

The ideal candidate holds a TS/SCI clearance with DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+ CE) and 4+ years of IP networking experience, including MPLS and optical transport, routers and switches.