Senior Network Engineer (Short-Term Contract) - 303620

DNI (Delaware Nation Industries); Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision

401K matching

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

Professional Development Reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Delaware Nation Investments/Emerging Technologies seeks a skilled Network Engineer to support AFSC bays at multiple bases. The role focuses on design, implementation, and RMF-compliant security of OT networks and attached devices, with DoDI 8510.01 guidance.

You will collaborate with IT and security teams to maintain secure, reliable network operations in a challenging defense environment. The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in networking, DoD RMF experience, and a current Security+ or higher

Qualifications

• 7-10 years experience in networking engineering.
• Must have experience with NIST RMF and DoDI 8510.01.
• Knowledge of enterprise network architecture and deployment.
• Familiarity with AFI 17-101 and Air Force RMF requirements.
• Strong cybersecurity practices and compliance standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with DoD STIGS and Cisco routing/switching.
• Active Security+ or higher certification and ability to obtain interim clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain OT networks at DoD bases.
• Ensure RMF compliance and applicable DoD security controls.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to sustain secure network operations.

Skills

Networking experience 7-10 yrs

RMF DoDI 8510.01

AFI 17-101

Cisco experience

Routing & Switching

Security+ certification

DoD STIGs

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Clearance eligibility

Job description

Delaware Nation Investments/Emerging Technologies is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Network Engineer to join our team. We work with the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) located at Tinker AFB, Hill AFB, Robins AFB, and Wright Patterson AFB Advisory & Assistance for cybersecurity, network operations, and system administration for specified informational technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) within the Industrial Depot Maintenance (IDM) and Depot Support Services (DSS) authorizing official (AO) boundary. Network Operations support will include design, implement, and maintain OT networks and connected devices at Tinker, Hill and Robins Air Force bases. Cybersecurity effort will utilize the Risk Management Framework (RMF) per DoDI 8510.01, RMF for DoD Information, AFI 17-101, and RMF for Air Force Information Technology (IT), support AFSC in maintaining RMF compliance under AO guidance and acceptance of risk.

This position is full-time, with full benefits and an estimated length of 6-8 months

Requirements

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Network Engineer who is well-versed in network security, compliance standards, and the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoDI 8510.01. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards, with a focus on AFI 17-101 and Air Force Information Technology RMF. The Network Administrator will work closely with our IT team to maintain the security and integrity of our network infrastructure while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

Requirements:

• 7-10 years experience in networking engineering
• Prior experience with NIST RMF and DoDI 8510.01 is required
• Architecture and deployment at an enterprise level
• Familiarity with AFI 17-101 and Air Force Information Technology RMF is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with DoD STIGS
• 7-10 years Cisco experience
• Knowledge of routing and switching
• Active Security+ certification (or higher)
• Active secret clearance or cleared background check to obtain an interim secret clearance

Benefits

• Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental
• Matching 401K
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Professional Development/Education Reimbursement
• Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas

Other Duties:

DNI complies with all federal, state and local laws designed to protect employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.