Secret-Cleared Network Engineer — Cisco & WAN Expert

Footbridge Federal

Manitou Springs, Northern (CO, KY)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

25 hours ago
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Job summary

Footbridge Federal is seeking a network engineer to maintain and optimize DoD networks, including VPNs, WANs, and data communications. You will document architectures, plans, and procedures while coordinating with teams and third-party providers.

This is an on-site role with travel up to 10% to support mission requirements. The position requires active DoD Secret clearance and DoD 8140 IAT Level II+ certification, with extensive Cisco IOS/Nexus experience and Firepower firewall expertise.

Qualifications

  • Active DoD Secret security clearance is required.
  • Active DoD 8140 IAT Level II or higher certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CCNP, CISSP).
  • 4 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 2 years with a Master’s, or 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Strong understanding of IPv4/IPv6 network design, IP subnetting, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
  • Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco IOS and Cisco Nexus operating systems.
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco appliances, specifically Firepower firewalls and TACACS+ services.
  • Familiarity with network management protocols (SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS) and simulation tools (CML, GNS3).
  • Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and optimize local area, wide area, and VPNs.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute upgrades and reconfigurations for voice and data hardware.
  • Monitor network performance and analyze usage trends to assist with capacity planning.
  • Author and maintain detailed network diagrams and operational procedures.
  • Coordinate with third-party maintenance providers to resolve equipment issues.

Skills

DoD Secret clearance
DoD 8140 IAT Level II+
IPv4/IPv6 networking
Cisco IOS/Nexus
Firepower TACACS+
SNMP/SSH/syslog/RADIUS
Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor’s degree
Master’s degree

Tools

Cisco IOS
Cisco Nexus
GNS3
CML
TACACS+

Job description

Footbridge Federal is seeking a network engineer to maintain and optimize DoD networks, including VPNs, WANs, and data communications. You will document architectures, plans, and procedures while coordinating with teams and third-party providers.

This is an on-site role with travel up to 10% to support mission requirements. The position requires active DoD Secret clearance and DoD 8140 IAT Level II+ certification, with extensive Cisco IOS/Nexus experience and Firepower firewall expertise.

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