Network Engineer, Mid

We are seeking a Network Engineer for the Air Force on-site support. This position includes executing key network operations, troubleshooting, cybersecurity compliance, and modernization preparation activities across NIPR and SIPR environments.

This role blends hands-on technical work, Tier 2 and 3 network operations, STIG remediation, baseline metric collection, and documentation development. You will collaborate directly with senior engineers, providing essential support to maintain network stability while preparing for large-scale modernization cutover activities.

This position offers significant opportunity for professional growth through exposure to enterprise routing and switching, WLAN, cybersecurity, and DoD modernization methodologies.

What You’ll Work On:

• Network Operations.
• Tier 2 and 3 Troubleshooting.
• Perform Tier 2 and 3 troubleshooting for switches, routers, WLAN controllers, and access points.
• Analyze packet captures and diagnose performance issues using Wireshark and SolarWinds.
• Support escalation workflows and assist senior engineers with advanced troubleshooting.
• Monitoring, Baseline, and Performance Analysis.
• Collect and trend baseline network metrics such as availability, latency, and throughput to support modernization readiness.
• Operate and optimize network monitoring platforms including SolarWinds, SNMP, syslog, and NetFlow.
• Conduct network health assessments under senior engineer guidance.
• Cyber security and Compliance Support.
• Implement STIG corrections and assist with ACAS and SCAP scanning and remediation.
• Support vulnerability documentation and compliance with DoW cybersecurity standards.
• Configuration, Documentation, and Change Control.
• Execute approved configuration changes, maintain device backups, and follow CM and change-control procedures.
• Contribute to network diagrams, device inventories, runbooks, SOPs, and CMDB updates.
• Assist in creating and maintaining DoDAF diagram updates including OV-1, OV-2, SV-1, and SV-2.
• Modernization and Integration Support.
• Support cutover readiness, SAT activities, and pre-modernization cleanup tasks.
• Participate in field assessments, baseline extraction, and data collection to inform modernization engineering.

• 4+ years of experience with network engineering
• Experience using tools such as Wireshark or SolarWinds
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP, IP, DHCP, ARP, HTTP, SNMP, VLANs, STP, OSPF, BGP, and QoS
• Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and DoD security practices
• Ability to create and interpret technical diagrams and documentation
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• 8140 baseline CompTIA Security+ Certification

Nice to Have

• Experience with Python and Ansible automation and SD-WAN
• Experience with Aruba or Cisco wireless
• Experience with firewalls including Palo Alto and Fortinet
• Experience with Cloud networking such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• 8140 Certifications such as Network+, CASP+, or CISSP Certification

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,000.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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Work Model

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• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.