Senior DoD Network Engineer — Lead Critical GIG Gateways

Apogee; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee is seeking a Lead Network Engineer to support the EACN program at Joint Base Andrews, Andrews, MD. This on-site role focuses on Tier 2 network operations for critical C3 missions across airborne and ground systems.

The candidate will configure LAN/WAN environments, replace EOL hardware/software, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with DISA/STIG guidelines in both unclassified and classified networks. On-site, full-time position.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required with active TS/SCI clearance.
• Eight years of network engineering experience; five in DoD.
• Experience with DoD C3 networks, A2G2 gateways, and SAAS tools preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 2 network support for SLC3S-A and related aircraft systems.
• Configure and maintain LAN/WAN infrastructure and perform hardware/software upgrades.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and support security/compliance tasks.
• Collaborate with GSOC, SIL, ISSM to ensure operational readiness.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Network engineering expertise

DoD experience

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

SolarWinds

Splunk

ServiceNow

Cisco IOS/Nexus

Job description

Apogee is seeking a Lead Network Engineer to support the EACN program at Joint Base Andrews, Andrews, MD. This on-site role focuses on Tier 2 network operations for critical C3 missions across airborne and ground systems.

The candidate will configure LAN/WAN environments, replace EOL hardware/software, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with DISA/STIG guidelines in both unclassified and classified networks. On-site, full-time position.