Referral Network Engineer

Jobgether; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

401(k) plan with 10% employer matching

Comprehensive training and professional development

11 paid holidays annually plus 15 days PTO

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a Referral Network Engineer based in the United States. This critical role involves maintaining and optimizing LAN/WLAN/WAN systems for mission-critical environments, requiring deep technical expertise.

The role entails troubleshooting high-impact network issues and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure network resilience. Candidates must possess an active DoD Secret clearance and relevant networking certifications, supported by extensive experience in network engineering.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required.
• Proficiency with Cisco IOS, wireless standards, and routing technologies.
• Experience with cybersecurity operations and incident response alignment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex LAN, WLAN, and WAN issues.
• Configure and manage network infrastructure components.
• Lead change management processes including risk assessments.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

HTTP/HTTPS

Routing protocols

Cisco IOS

Wireless standards (802.11)

Network security principles

Troubleshooting tools

Documentation skills

Education

DoD 8570/8140-compliant certification

Cisco CCNA or equivalent certification

6-9 years relevant network engineering experience

Tools

SolarWinds

ARMIS

Ansible

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Referral Network Engineer based in the United States. This role sits at the core of large‑scale enterprise network operations supporting mission‑critical environments across complex, distributed infrastructure. You will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing LAN/WLAN/WAN systems that support highly sensitive and high‑availability operations. The position blends advanced hands‑on engineering with operational leadership, requiring deep technical expertise and strong incident response capabilities. You will work across Tier 2 and Tier 3 escalations, resolving high‑impact network issues and ensuring service continuity. In this environment, you will also contribute to security hardening, performance tuning, and network modernization initiatives. Collaboration with cross‑functional engineering and security teams is central to ensuring resilient, compliant, and scalable network services. This is a high‑accountability role where precision, responsiveness, and technical depth directly influence operational success.

Accountabilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex LAN, WLAN, and WAN issues using advanced network analysis tools and OSI‑layer troubleshooting techniques.
• Configure, manage, and secure network infrastructure components including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS systems, and routing/switching environments.
• Lead and execute change management processes, including risk assessments and 24‑hour operational reviews.
• Monitor network performance and conduct in‑depth analysis using enterprise tools and protocols such as SNMP, MIB, and MRTG.
• Support cybersecurity operations including vulnerability remediation, patching coordination, and incident response alignment (IAVA/CVE).
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and enterprise network standards in coordination with engineering governance teams.
• Mentor junior engineers, support integration activities, and participate in technical working groups and system improvement initiatives.
• Provide escalation support for critical outages and after‑hours incidents, ensuring timely restoration of services.

Requirements

• Active U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance (required).
• DoD 8570/8140‑compliant cybersecurity or operating system certification (required).
• Cisco CCNA or equivalent certification (required); additional networking certifications are a plus.
• 6‑9 years of relevant network engineering experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/HTTPS, SMTP, SNMP, and routing protocols.
• Hands‑on expertise with Cisco IOS, wireless standards (802.11), and switching/routing technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring and automation tools such as SolarWinds, ARMIS, and Ansible.
• Solid understanding of network security principles including Zero Trust concepts, VPNs, firewalls, and IDS/IPS.
• Familiarity with enterprise environments including Windows Server, Active Directory, and Linux/UNIX systems.
• Experience with troubleshooting tools such as cable testers, sniffers, and performance diagnostic utilities.
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills with a proactive, problem‑solving mindset.

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, with subsidized coverage for dependents.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance provided.
• 401(k) plan with up to 10% employer matching contributions.
• Comprehensive training and professional development programs.
• 11 paid holidays annually plus PTO starting at 15 days per year.

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