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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Transport Network Engineer - **Company:** the Trace - **Location:** Cumberland County, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Complex Networks, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data as a Services, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Log Analysis, Multicasting, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Network Virtualization, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Software Engineering, Virtual Local Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, Information Technology, Performance Monitor - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/73817859-transport-network-engineer ## About the Role * Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance. * Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required. * Candidates must meet the qualification requirements of DoDM 8140.03 for the DCWF 441 - Network Operations Specialist (Intermediate) work role through an approved qualification pathway (Education, DoD Military/Training, Certification, or a combination thereof), as defined by the applicable contract. Qualification Pathways (One or More May Apply) * Education (OR) + Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Software Engineering. * DoD/Military Training (OR) * Certification (OR) + DoD-approved 8140-aligned certification for DCWF 441 (Intermediate), such as: CompTIA Security+ CE, CompTIA CySA+, SSCP, GSEC, CEH. * Ability to travel worldwide, including to remote or austere locations. Individual trips may extend up to two months, with the possibility of multiple trips per year. * Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex network issues within routed and switched infrastructures. * Hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies and enterprise network management tools. * Working knowledge of BGP, OSPF, multicast routing, VLANs, VPNs, and network performance monitoring solutions. * Experience performing packet analysis, log analysis, fault isolation, and root-cause investigations. * Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel. ## Description Trace Systems is seeking an experienced Transport Network Engineer to support a global transport network supporting the US Special Operations Command and mission partners. This role supports critical communications infrastructure and may require occasional 24/7 oncall support for operational needs. The Senior Network Engineer will lead the design, implementation, and validation of transport network solutions across multiple enclaves. * Engineer and sustain transport network solutions supporting voice, video, and data services across multiple enclaves. * Implement and optimize routing, switching, and transport architectures ensuring resiliency, redundancy, and high-uptime performance. * Troubleshoot network incidents, isolate root causes, and implement corrective actions across physical and virtual network layers. * Assist with network capacity planning, performance monitoring, scalability assessments, and security posture improvements. * Develop and maintain engineering artifacts including diagrams, build guides, and configuration documentation. * Participate in systemwide vulnerability, compliance, and configuration audits; execute mitigations as required. * Support transport-level integration in lab, test, and production environments, including hardware builds and device configuration. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to validate designs and support mission-driven network modernization efforts. * Perform handson engineering, configuration development, performance monitoring, and preventative maintenance for transport network systems. ## Related Videos - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Progressive Delivery in Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/949-progressive-delivery-in-kubernetes) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Basic And Advanced Networking in Dart and Flutter](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/112-basic-and-advanced-networking-in-dart-and-flutter)