Transport Network Engineer

C3EL; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

C3EL seeks a seasoned Transport Network Engineer to design, implement, and operate a global transport network supporting U.S. Special Operations Command. Responsibilities include configuring SATCOM, IP/MPLS, SDN, and 5G/6G interconnects, and ensuring IA/RMF/STIG compliance while coordinating with multiple teams.

The role requires 11+ years in DoD environments, a Secret clearance or higher, and willingness to travel worldwide to support mission-critical operations at diverse locations.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• An active in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance or higher.
• 11+ years of experience supporting DoD programs.
• 10+ years of experience implementing IA/RMF/STIG within network architecture and device configuration.
• Active professional network engineering CE certification (e.g., CCNP Enterprise/JNCIP, SD-WAN).
• Strong experience with SATCOM, baseband, ground gateways, IP/MPLS, SDN, 5G/6G, and ISP interconnect technologies.
• Strong working knowledge of BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, and network transport technologies.
• Experience with network security, encryption/CSfC, monitoring, telemetry, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to support 24/7 operations and travel worldwide, including remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Design, integrate, implement, configure, and troubleshoot mission-critical transport network infrastructure.
• Support SATCOM, baseband, ground gateway, IP/MPLS, SDN, 5G/6G, and ISP interconnect environments.
• Configure and optimize routing and transport technologies including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, and SD-WAN.
• Develop network configurations, diagrams, runbooks, and test procedures.
• Support network monitoring, telemetry, automation, encryption/CSfC, and performance optimization.
• Conduct site surveys, installations, cutovers, integration, testing, and field troubleshooting.
• Implement and maintain IA, RMF, and STIG requirements within network architecture and device configurations.
• Troubleshoot network incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and support 24/7 operations.
• Coordinate with TSOs, NOCs, cybersecurity teams, engineering personnel, and program management to maintain reliable transport capabilities.
• Support worldwide travel to remote or austere locations as required.

Skills

SATCOM

IP/MPLS

SDN

BGP/OSPF

Network security

Encryption/CSfC

Troubleshooting

24/7 operations

Education

M.S. in Computer Engineering or related field

B.S. in Computer Information Systems/Network Security

MCSE or equivalent certification

Tools

SATCOM equipment

Encryption hardware

Job description

Overview:

Job Title: Transport Network Engineer

Security Clearance: Secret or Higher

Location : Pope Army Airfield, NC

(Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, U.S. Citizenship isrequired.)

Description:

C3EL is seeking an experienced Transport Network Engineer to support a global transport network supporting U.S. Special Operations Command and mission partners. This role focuses on the design, integration, implementation, and operation of SATCOM, baseband, ground gateway, terrestrial IP/MPLS, SDN, 5G/6G, and ISP interconnect technologies supporting mission-critical communications.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Design, integrate, implement, configure, and troubleshoot mission-critical transport network infrastructure.
• Support SATCOM, baseband, ground gateway, IP/MPLS, SDN, 5G/6G, and ISP interconnect environments.
• Configure and optimize routing and transport technologies including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, and SD-WAN.
• Develop network configurations, diagrams, runbooks, and test procedures.
• Support network monitoring, telemetry, automation, encryption/CSfC, and performance optimization.
• Conduct site surveys, installations, cutovers, integration, testing, and field troubleshooting.
• Implement and maintain IA, RMF, and STIG requirements within network architecture and device configurations.
• Troubleshoot network incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and support 24/7 operations.
• Coordinate with TSOs, NOCs, cybersecurity teams, engineering personnel, and program management to maintain reliable, mission-ready transport capabilities.
• Support worldwide travel to remote or austere locations as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship.
• An active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance or higher.
• 11+ years of experience supporting DoD programs.
• 10+ years of experience implementing IA/RMF/STIG requirements within network architecture and device configuration.
• Active professional network engineering CE certification (e.g., CCNP Enterprise/JNCIP, SD-WAN).
• Strong experience with SATCOM, baseband, ground gateways, IP/MPLS, SDN, 5G/6G, and ISP interconnect technologies.
• Strong working knowledge of BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, and network transport technologies.
• Experience with network security, encryption/CSfC, monitoring, telemetry, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to support 24/7 operations and travel worldwide, including remote or austere locations.

Desired Qualifications:

• M.S. degree inComputer Engineering, Network Security, or a related technical field.
• B.S. degree in Computer Information Systems, Network Security, Web Security, or a related technical field.
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) certification.