Senior Field Engineer: Global IT & Networking Expert

RealmOne; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401K matching

Paid time off

Educational & Professional Development

Flexible work schedules

Parental leave

Job summary

RealmOne is seeking a Field Engineer - Expert to deploy, install, and maintain enterprise IT and communications infrastructure for a U.S. Government customer. The role requires hands-on experience with networking gear, cabling, and global deployments (CONUS/OCONUS).

Candidate will lead field installations, conduct site surveys, and ensure compliance with security standards while traveling up to 50% internationally.

Qualifications

• Six+ years of Field Engineer experience in IT infrastructure or networks.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT/Engineering/CS.
• Experience installing and maintaining Cisco routers and switches.
• Strong IP networking knowledge.
• Experience leading field installations and project planning.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues onsite.
• Experience installing and supporting AC/DC power systems and UPS equipment.
• Structured cabling experience (CAT5/6, fiber).
• Active Security Clearance with polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, install, configure, test, and maintain enterprise network and communications equipment.
• Conduct site surveys and develop installation plans.
• Install, configure, and maintain Cisco routers, switches, servers, UPS, and supporting infrastructure.
• Perform system integration, testing, and troubleshooting of installed equipment.
• Install and certify CAT5/6 and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.
• Configure and maintain power systems and UPS equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve complex network/hardware issues in remote environments.
• Coordinate shipments, inventory, and logistics for field installations.
• Produce installation drawings and as-built documentation under government standards.
• Train customer personnel in operation and maintenance of installed systems.
• Provide technical leadership during deployments and manage installation activities.

Skills

Field engineering

Leadership

Troubleshooting

IP networking

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering/CS

Tools

Cisco IOS devices

Job description

RealmOne is seeking a Field Engineer - Expert to deploy, install, and maintain enterprise IT and communications infrastructure for a U.S. Government customer. The role requires hands-on experience with networking gear, cabling, and global deployments (CONUS/OCONUS).

Candidate will lead field installations, conduct site surveys, and ensure compliance with security standards while traveling up to 50% internationally.