Implementation Engineer with Security Clearance

We are seeking a Network Engineer / Network Activation Specialist to support the deployment, activation, and management of enterprise network services in a DoD environment. This role focuses on network equipment activation, out-of-band management, coordination with stakeholders, and technical validation to ensure services are implemented according to established standards. This position is ideal for candidates with strong networking fundamentals, experience working with Cisco and Juniper devices, and prior exposure to DoD or large enterprise network environments. Primary Responsibilities Coordinate with customers and stakeholders to support network equipment and service activations Perform Initial Test & Acceptance (IT&A) and validate services meet implementation requirements Execute reporting functions and complete data entry associated with new network service activations Configure and maintain out-of-band management networks using Cisco and Juniper devices Upgrade and maintain software on network devices Create and update project planning documentation, including: IP addressing schemes and subnet selection Management IP assignments Port assignments on out-of-band management nodes Perform systems analysis and consult with users to identify hardware, software, and functional requirements Ensure all service documentation (POC, location, interface details) is accurate and properly formatted Validate points of contact for all locations involved in circuit paths Engage with project managers and customers to resolve incomplete or unclear requirements

Facilitate stakeholder communication and approvals to ensure service requests continue progressing Required Qualifications Active Secret security clearance Security+ CE (or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification) 4-8 years of networking experience in enterprise or DoD environments Strong understanding of network hardware, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting Proven ability to work independently while collaborating within a team Technical Experience (One or More Required) Network engineering, performance management, and problem management Network architecture assessment and technology evaluation Data and voice network design across multiple transmission systems Router-to-router connections using protocols such as BGP and IS-IS Switch-to-switch trunking, including VLANs Circuit configurations through multiplexers Network services and protocols including: BGP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP WAN, VPN, VLAN, VRF Network appliances such as routers, firewalls, DNS servers, and load balancers Network configuration, activation, testing, and analysis Nice-to-Have Skills Prior experience in DoD network environments or familiarity with DoD network standards Experience with service request or order processing systems SharePoint data entry or workflow management experience Experience providing customer outreach to validate service details (POC, location, interface) Education & Experience One of the following is required: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of recent specialized experience Associate's degree and 7 years of recent specialized experience Major industry certification and 7 years of recent specialized experience Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leav *