Telecommunications Network Engineer ** Active Top Secret Security Clearance Required**

CompTech Computer Technologies; New Cumberland (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

PTO

401K

Job summary

CompTech is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer to support the DLA Enterprise Infrastructure Services. The engineer will design, implement, and sustain secure wired and wireless LAN infrastructure across enterprise locations.

The role requires an active Top Secret clearance and DoD network certifications. On-site work in New Cumberland, PA is required, with full benefits, PTO, and a solid retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in network operations (military or higher education may substitute).
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting telecommunications networks.
• Experience with voice, LAN, WAN, wireless networking, and network management technologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, integrate, and support enterprise wired and wireless LAN infrastructure.
• Maintain the technical baseline of network systems through lifecycle.
• Perform network engineering, configuration, testing, and performance optimization.
• Support integration and testing of new hardware, software, and network technologies.
• Analyze network performance and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with government personnel and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure network solutions comply with DoD security requirements and standards.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and procedures.

Skills

Network operations

LAN/WAN

Security clearance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Tools

Cisco networks

Network management systems

Job description

WELCOME TO COMPTECH Good people. Dedicated People. Hard-working people. CompTech is a service-oriented program management and technical company working to build lasting relationships with small and large companies, municipalities, and Government agencies. Headquartered in Dayton, OH, our clients nationwide are provided with services in client-focused practice areas resulting in solutions to organizational challenges.

Job Title: Telecommunications Network Engineer *Top Secret Security Clearance required*

Location: New Cumberland, PA (on-site)

Overview

CompTech is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer to support the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS), Network & Telecommunications Services (NTS), Local Area Network (LAN) Branch. The engineer will provide technical expertise in the design, implementation, integration, and sustainment of secure wired and wireless Local Area Network (LAN) infrastructure supporting enterprise-wide DLA operations.

This role is responsible for maintaining the technical integrity of the network environment throughout its lifecycle, supporting network modernization initiatives, troubleshooting complex connectivity issues, and ensuring reliable, secure network operations across multiple DLA locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, integrate, and support enterprise wired and wireless LAN infrastructure.
• Maintain the technical baseline of network systems throughout the lifecycle, including deployment, operations, maintenance, and technology refresh initiatives.
• Perform network engineering, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization for LAN, WAN, voice, and wireless environments.
• Support the integration and testing of new hardware, software, and network technologies while minimizing operational disruption.
• Analyze network performance, identify root causes of issues, and implement corrective actions to ensure availability and reliability.
• Collaborate with government personnel and cross-functional technical teams to support network modernization and continuous service improvement.
• Ensure network solutions comply with DoD security requirements, enterprise standards, and configuration management processes.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, engineering artifacts, and implementation procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in network operations. Higher education or military service may be substituted for the required experience.
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting telecommunications networks.
• Experience with voice, LAN, WAN, wireless networking, and network management technologies.
• Experience integrating, testing, troubleshooting, and supporting complex hardware and software systems.
• Working knowledge of network protocols, routing, switching, and enterprise network infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative technical environment.

Certification Requirements

DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (one of the following):

• Security+ CE
• CySA+
• CASP+ CE
• CCNP Security
• CCNA Security
• SSCP
• GSEC
• GICSP
• CISA
• CISSP (or Associate)
• GCED
• GCIH
• CND

AND One Of The Following Network Certifications

• CCNA
• CCNP
• CCSP
• CCSE NGX
• CCSE NGX Plus NG with AI
• CCMSE NG with AI
• CSMSE NG with AI Plus VSX
• SCNA
• NSA
• ESE

Security Clearance Requirement

Active Top Secret security clearance required.

Salary

$90k - $100k + full benefits, PTO, 401K

Equal Employment Opportunity

CompTech is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Commitment, Innovation, and Customer Satisfaction. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please call Human Resources at [phone] or email [e-mail]. A CompTech associate will respond to your message as soon as reasonably possible.